PS 125 Paper

Directions –  Film (Forest Gump)

In a 2 page paper, summarize how the film you chose specifically depicts at least one  of each – one physical, one cognitive, and one psychosocial milestone/concept/theory. Use specific examples of characters’ behaviors to support each of these. Be sure and address the following to consider when completing your paper:

  1. Use developmental terminology throughout your document to describe behaviors and concepts.
  2. Is the development depicted in the movie typical? Why or why not?
  3. What factors contributed to the depiction of the characters’ development (ie: class, culture, ethnicity, religion, historical location, personality, parenting/attachment styles, social location, life events, etc.)?

Your submission should be double-spaced in 12 pt. Times New Roman font. Be sure to cite your sources both in-text, and in APA format.