Hutchison, Dimensions of Human Behavior, 6e
SAGE Publishing, 2019
Discussion Questions
Chapter 4: Early Childhood
Case Study 4.1: Terri’s Terrible Temper
1. Use this case to discuss the reciprocal interrelationships among environment,
cognitions, and behavior, and their relation to self-development.
2. Terri is currently age 3, with behavioral challenges. What do you anticipate to be the
Case Study 4.2: Jack’s Name Change
1. Discuss some of the intergenerational themes that emerge from this story. How does
family history influence current interactions within the family?
Case Study 4.3: A New Role for Ron and Rosiland’s Grandmother
1. What kind of environmental/community support does Ms. Johnson need to fully
support the developmental needs of Ron and Rosiland?
2. Imagine that Ms. Johnson’s neighborhood has high rates of community violence
Hutchison, Dimensions of Human Behavior, 6e
SAGE Publishing, 2019