Melissa Anderson

developmental psych student at UMass Amherst :)

[Melissa Anderson @Melissadev22]

The author does a great job of distinguishing between concepts such as self-esteem, identity, and self-concept.

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This article discusses the development of eating disorders and how / why they manifest in college #umassdev22 #week14 Understanding eating disorders in college settings https://t.co/EQ82sgGLGH

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The author effectively establishes that Piaget's theory should not be delegitimized, but reexamined. There is evidence that children are capable of engaging in abstract thought far earlier than 12 years old.

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An awesome read that questions Piaget's theory #umassdev22 #week14 "Children are sophisticated thinkers, more than capable of abstract thought. They’re creative too. Indeed, in some ways, kids make better philosophers than adults," @shershovitz writes: https://t.co/AaPadL2bbp

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I followed @DrRobyn because she's got a great podcast that helps parents navigate the complexities of interacting with tiny humans! #umassdev22 #week14

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Go follow @lucaspbutler for specific insight on the development of children's empirical reasoning #umassdev22 #week14

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Started following @AndreiCimpian to learn more about his research in NYU's Cognitive Development Lab. He's particularly interested in how we all make sense of the world in which we live #umassdev22 #week14

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Check out @drkellyallen and her page! Always sharing new opportunities in the psych world and articles of interest #umassdev22 #week14

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I appreciate how the author included specific data about the role of race in policing teenagers, as "tens of thousands of teenagers are arrested each year for the vague crime of disorderly conduct. And 42 percent of them are Black."

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This article is an awesome read about improving police protocols for run-ins with teenagers. We must remember that a teenage brain is NOT an adult brain #umassdev22 #week13 What Do Police Know About Teenagers? Not Enough. https://t.co/NcIT89hdsE

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I appreciate how the author describes a wide variety of developmental disabilities ranging from ASD to Downs Syndrome. In particular, they talk about how people with Down Syndrome are considered #immunocompromised because they often have congenital heart defects.

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Headlines like this encourage me to stay cautious amidst the ongoing pandemic -- we must protect those who are still vulnerable! #umassdev22 #week13 Developmental Disabilities Heighten Risk of Covid Death https://t.co/rLfUuWA0ON

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Today I followed @EveMercadoPhD because she shares awesome resources that help undergraduates seek opportunities at UMass #umassdev22 #week13

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Check out @MadeleineVieira to get updates on her Genius Little Minds podcast. It’s a cool show where she discusses childhood mental health and how it affects adulthood #umassdev22 #week13

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Follow @KennedyKrieger to learn about an organization dedicated to helping children and young adults with developmental disabilities #umassdev22 #week13

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Follow @PsychResList for shared resources to make psychology more transparent and accessible! #umassdev22 #week13

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The author does a great job of dividing their article into subheadings of commonly asked questions such as "Why do toddlers hit their heads?" and "Why do toddlers bite themselves?"

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This article aims to serve as a self-help guide for parents who are combatting undesirable behaviors in their toddlers #umassdev22 #week12 Why do toddlers hit and bite, and what to do to stop it https://t.co/RUCQyiwTYI

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@WIRED The author effectively defines the discipline of positive psychology and how it serves as the foundation for courses such as these

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Check out this article that speaks volumes to the benefits of daily affirmations, meditation, and other forms of self-care #umassdev22 #week12 https://t.co/f8PXJ9w4LC via @wired