How is childhood separated from adolescent by?
Hormonal Changes
What is the age range of early adulthood?
20-40
What is the age range of Middle adulthood?
40-65
Describe the 4 premises of the bio-psychosocial approach to adult development
- Human development happens concurrently at biological, psychological and social levels throughout life and a full descriptive account of development must include all 3 levels.
- Development at each of these 3 levels reciprocally influences the other two levels
- Biological, psycological and social descriptions and explanations are all valid as each other
- Any aspect of human development is best described and explained in relation to the whole person and their social context as well as their biological and cognitive-affective parts
What are some important changes in social roles and adjustments when entering adulthood?
- Getting married
- Having children
- Moving houses
- Getting and changing jobs
- Experiencing the death of loved ones
What are some events that happen during a Mid Life Crisis?
Realisation that’s ones half of life is almost over
Self-reflection on family, children, career and choices
Empty Nest Syndrome
Seeking another chance to live
Why is cancer more common in people above the ages of 50?
Decline in strength of the immune system as ones ages or due to co existing conditions
List 4 physical illnesses that are common above the age of 50
Cancer
Arthritis
Cardiovascular Disease
Immune System gets slower
Which systems can prolonged stress have negative consequences on?
Immune
Endocrine
