Chapt 13 Flashcards

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emerging adulthood

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distinct period of development found in societies that allow young people an extended opportunities to explore

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when do mental health issues arise

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in emerging adulthood

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3
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number one cause of death

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accidents

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physical development

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  • peaks in early adulthood (20/30) and then declines in late adulthood
  • physical strength peaks in 20s and 30s
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what doe young adults have higher rates in

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obesity, STI’s, asthma, diabetes, cancer

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when does sensory sharpness peak

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in 20s but then declines

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7
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what age does fertility start decreasing

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age 35

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8
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how much physical activity do adults need

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30 minutes 5 times a week

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substance dependence

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having the substance in the body becomes a norm

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tolerance

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the body becomes habituated to a certain amount and needs more to achieve the same effect

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abstinence syndrome

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withdrawal symptoms occur when the dosage is lowered

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12
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examples of abused substances

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depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens, many people

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what are depressants

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slow the nervous system; they include alcohol, narcotics derived from the opium poppy and sedatives

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what are stimulants

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they speed up heartbeat and bodily functions

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what does cocaine do to body

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it increases heart rate, spikes blood pressure, constricts arteries, and thicken blood’ combines it can cause cardiovascular and respiratory collapse

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hallucinogenic

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contribute to perceptual distortions or hallucinations; marijuana, ecstasy, LSD, and PCP are examples

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17
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Marijuana

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is usually smoked; it helps users to relax, elevates their mood, increases sensory awareness, can induce visual hallucinations

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Dysmenorrhea

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pelvic cramps; may be brought on my hormones called prostaglandins; fluid retention in the pelvic region may cause boating; 84% experience

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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

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-combination of biological and psychological symptoms affecting women during 4-6 day interval preceding menstruation

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Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

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  • more severe than PMS and must include five or more symptoms,
21
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menstrual problems

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treatment includes exercise, dietary control, vitamin supplements

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Amenorrhea

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Absence of menstruation and a sign of infertility

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Dating Violence

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“A blanket term that involves “common assaults,” such as verbal threats, pushing, and slapping, committed by an individual in an intimate relationship and often leading to injuries

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Sexual harassment

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In the workplace, defined as deliberate or repeated unwanted comments, gestures, or physical contacts

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Crystallized intelligence
(represents one's lifetime of intellectual attainments) increases with age
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Fluid intelligence
(mental flexibility, the ability to process information rapidly) is more likely to decrease with age
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dualistic thinking
absolute judgments
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relativistic thinking
more abstract judgements
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Pragmatic thought (Labouvie-Vief's)
Adults must narrow possibilities into choices
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Cognitive-affective complexity
the harboring of both positive and negative feelings about their career choices or partners; adults function best when they can accept reality
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The Diverse Culture of Postsecondary Education
Diversity refers to the differences we find between groups of people: ethnic and cultural diversity, socio-economic level, gender, age, and sexual orientation
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are young adults less or more egocentric than adolescents
less egocentric
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extrinsic motives
earning a living, fringe benefits, security
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intrinsic motives
opportunity to engage in stimulating and satisfying activities
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some intrinsic reasons for working
work ethic, self-identity, self-fulfillment, self worth, socialization, public roles
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Careers
are chosen paths that can potentially frame a lifetime of satisfaction and growth; numerous stages
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Donald Super theory of career development
1. fantasy stage, 2. tentative choice stage, 3. realistic choice stage 4. maintenance stage 5.Retirement stage
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Fantasy stage
involves a child's unrealistic conception of self-potential and of the world of work. stops at age 11 and is more glamourous and unrealistic fit with abilities
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Tentative choice stage
age 11-17 the focus is based on interests abilities, limitations, and glamour
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Realistic choice stage
choices narrow as students weigh job requirements and rewards against interests, abilities and values
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maintenance stage
-person settles into their career role, which normally occurs in a second half of their 30s. -feeling of moving forward but can feel trapped in a dead end job
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Retirement stage
- the individual severs bonds with the workplace; retirees often undertake second of third careers