Author Question: Distinguish between the concepts of multifinality and equifinality. What will be an ideal ... (Read 62 times)

craiczarry · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Distinguish between the concepts of multifinality and equifinality.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Define the concept of competence. How may competence be assessed?

What will be an ideal response?

aliotak · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Multifinality is a concept that proposes that various outcomes may stem from similar beginnings (in this case, child maltreatment). Equifinality is a concept that proposes that similar outcomes stem from different early experiences and developmental pathways.

Answer to Question 2

Definitions of abnormal child behavior must take into account the child's competencethat is, the ability to successfully adapt in the environment. Developmental tasks, which include broad domains of competence such as conduct and academic achievement, tell how children typically progress within each domain as they grow. Knowledge of the developmental tasks provides an important backdrop for considering a child or adolescent's developmental progress and impairments.