Differentiate between growth and development. Giving examples, defi ne the
various areas of development.
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Difference between growth and development-
(1) Growth is change of physical aspects of the organism.
Development is overall changes and progressive changes of the organism.
(2) Growth is the change in shape, form, structure, size of the body.
Development is structural change and functional progress of the body.
(3) Growth stops at maturation
Development continues till death of the organism.
Various areas of development are as follows-
•Cognitive development refers to increasing skills in areas such as ‘thinking’, problem-solving, memory and concentration.
•Communication development refers to talking and listening skills.
•Communication development refers to talking and listening skills.
•Sensory development refers to the integration of sensation such as touch and body awareness, and how we use this information to respond to the world.
•Social and emotional development refers to how a person relates and interacts with others.