What do I hope to learn in developmental psychology? I hope to learn more about me and the reason I act the way I do. People have told me that I am pretty awkward at times. People have told me, so but why.? Why do I act differently from most of my peers? Is it because of my upbringing or is it something inside me? Why would I rather be alone instead of being with people,? Why am I more introverted instead of outgoing and boisterous.? I am also fascinated with criminals and their reasoning for committing a certain crimes. Are you a natural-born killer? Oor was it something in your environment, your upbringing, or because of your parents.? Some crimes seem to be environment -based. If they were raised differently would be anything different.? dDevelopmental psychology should play a big role in the court system.