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Lifespan Development

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  1. 1Lifespan Psychology and Developmental TheoriesLifespan development is a subfield of the discipline of psychology; human development adds a multidisciplinary approach to the study of the lifespan
  2. 2Genetic, Prenatal, and Perinatal HealthGenotype is the unique combination of individual genes, and phenotype is the way these genes express themselves physically and behaviorally
  3. 3Physical and Cognitive Development in Infants and Toddlers (Birth to Age 3)Growth charts help document developmental patterns and identify signs of abnormal growth
  4. 4Social and Emotional Development in Infants and Toddlers (Birth to Age 3)Temperament can be shaped and modified by parents and culture and can predict personality traits in childhood and adolescence
  5. 5Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Childhood (Ages 3 to 6)A healthy balanced diet is essential to optimal growth.
  6. 6Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood (Ages 3 to 6)Self-esteem emerges in early childhood and is influenced mainly by parental approval and social comparisons
  7. 7Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Childhood (Ages 7 to 12)Piaget believed that during middle childhood, children can use logic to solve concrete problems, such as conservation and seriation
  8. 8Social and Emotional Development in Middle Childhood (Ages 7 to 12)The psychosocial theory of development contends that the main dilemma children face in middle childhood is Erikson’s industry versus inferiority, in which industry is the desirable outcome and is fostered by positive…
  9. 9Physical and Cognitive Development in Adolescence (Ages 12 to 18)Adequate nutrition and a balanced diet are crucial during adolescence to support growth, development, and overall health.
  10. 10Social and Emotional Development in Adolescence (Ages 12 to 18)The exploration of and commitment to an identity is a prominent psychological achievement of adolescence in which teens explore their identity, consider their past experiences, and explore societal expectations and…
  11. 11Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood (Ages 18 to 29)Arnett’s theory of emerging adulthood proposes that the time period from ages eighteen to twenty-five is a time of identity exploration, instability, self-focus, feeling in-between, and being in an age of possibilities.
  12. 12Social and Emotional Development in Early Adulthood (Ages 18 to 29)Feelings of helplessness or indecision known as the quarter-life crisis can be offset by self-reflection and perceived social support
  13. 13Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood (Ages 30 to 59)Presbyopia results in loss of visual acuity.
  14. 14Social and Emotional Development in Middle Adulthood (Ages 30 to 59)While the transitions at this time of life can be challenging, anxiety associated with these changes can be managed through mature defense mechanisms
  15. 15Physical and Cognitive Development in Late Adulthood (Age 60 and Beyond)Possible causes to explain why people physically age focus on the effects of stress hormones, telomeres, free radicals, bodily wear and tear, and genetic variability
  16. 16Social and Emotional Development in Late Adulthood (Age 60 and Beyond)Stereotypes can lead to ageism and discrimination
  17. 17Death, Dying, and GrievingDeath can involve not just death of the physical body, but also loss of the self and relationships.