Who was noted for covering psychological development across an entire lifespan?

Correct answer: D. Erik Erikson

  • A. Jean Piaget
  • B. Harry Harlow
  • C. Carol Gilligan
  • D. Erik Erikson

Explanation

Erik Erikson proposed a psychosocial theory containing stages from infancy through old age, so his framework covers the entire lifespan. Piaget’s stages mainly focus on cognitive development during childhood.

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