Question 1 The March and March Movement is a South African movement that advocates for stricter immigration enforcement and the deportation of undocumented immi
Question 1 The March and March Movement is a South African movement that advocates for stricter immigration enforcement and the deportation of undocumented immigrants. The movement maintains that individuals who are in South Africa without the required legal documentation should leave the country and, if they wish to return, should do so through the appropriate legal immigration processes with valid documentation. Supporters argue that undocumented immigration places pressure on employment opportunities, public services, and community resources, while critics contend that such movements may contribute to prejudice, discrimination, xenophobia, and social exclusion. The movement has generated widespread public debate about national identity, belonging, citizenship, access to resources, social cohesion, and intergroup relations in a diverse society. Developmental psychologists recognise that attitudes towards immigrants and other groups perceived as outsiders are shaped by developmental, psychological, social, and contextual influences across the lifespan Using the concepts of Holland’s personality type theory, identity development and ethnic identity, critically discuss how people`s attitudes towards undocumented immigrants and other groups perceived as outsiders may develop. Support your answer with examples from the scenario and relevant empirical research.
Question 2 Nyaope is a highly addictive street drug commonly found in South Africa. It typically consists of a mixture of substances, including heroin and other harmful ingredients, and has been associated with serious physical, psychological, social, and economic consequences. Nyaope use is particularly prevalent among adolescents, young adult and adults. It has become a significant public health and social concern due to its links with addiction, unemployment, crime, family disruption, and mental health challenges. Although substance abuse is often viewed as an individual problem, research suggests that developmental, familial, social, economic, and psychological factors interact to influence vulnerability to substance use and addiction. The consequences frequently extend beyond adolescence and may affect mental health, relationships, employment, and overall wellbeing across adulthood.
With reference to the concept of personal control beliefs, substance abuse and possible selves, critically discuss how developmental challenges during the transition to adulthood may contribute to Nyaope use among adolescents and adults. Support your answer with appropriate examples and relevant empirical research.
Assessment Instructions (For Both Questions) Instructions Answer ONE (1) question only.
This assessment is based on Chapters 9-16 of the prescribed textbook. Your response should demonstrate critical engagement with developmental psychology theories, concepts, and empirical research. The purpose of this assessment is to evaluate your ability to apply developmental psychology principles to contemporary South African issues.
General Requirements This is an individual assessment. Students must complete it independently and must not copy from classmates. The assessment must not exceed three (3) pages, excluding the reference list. If you exceed this limit, only the first three pages will be marked. This may disadvantage your final mark; therefore, strict adherence is required. No cover page required Use Arial font, size 12 only. Do not use any other font or size that is not reader-friendly. Use 1.5 line spacing throughout the document. Ensure all pages are properly numbered. Include a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Academic Integrity, Plagiarism, and AI Use
This assessment will be submitted through Turnitin for similarity and originality checking. Students must complete the Turnitin submission process in full by accepting the Turnitin EULA. Failure to submit via Turnitin will result in a mark of zero (0). Plagiarism, including the use of unacknowledged sources , self-plagiarism (coping your own work that you previously submitted ) , constitutes academic misconduct. All sources must be cited and referenced according to APA 7th Edition guidelines. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools is not permitted, as AI-generated content will be flagged and will not be marked, resulting in a zero mark. Copying and pasting from any source is prohibited. You must demonstrate independent understanding and paraphrasing. Do not rely on AI tools, as AI-assisted paraphrasing will be detected and flagged. Any sections identified as plagiarised or AI-generated will be excluded from marking in accordance with institutional academic integrity policies. Academic Writing Expectations Your response should:
Demonstrate honours-level critical thinking and academic engagement. Integrate theory with empirical evidence. Present a coherent, logically structured academic argument. Use appropriate academic language and psychological terminology. Avoid unsupported opinions and purely descriptive writing. Referencing Requirements Use APA 7th Edition referencing consistently for both in-text citations and the reference list. You may use additional scholarly sources beyond the prescribed textbook. Peer-reviewed journal articles from the last 10 years are encouraged where necessary. Foundational books and theories may be used regardless of publication year. The quality of references is more important than quantity; relevance and integration are key. Assessment Focus Areas Your assessment will be assessed on:
Understanding and application of developmental theories and concepts. Critical evaluation of developmental processes. Integration of empirical research and scholarly literature. Application of developmental psychology concepts to contemporary issues. Academic writing quality and referencing accuracy. Important Note Students are encouraged to engage critically with the literature and demonstrate independent academic thinking. Strong assessments will reflect synthesis, analysis, and evaluation rather than simple reproduction of textbook and plagiarised content.
