Developing Independence Flashcards
Infants developing independence
Young children are totally dependant on others for their car, but towards the end of the life stage they begin to assert their need for independence
Childhood developing independence
Although still very dependent on parents they are widening their experiences and gradually become leas reliant and start to make their own decisions
Peer influence in adolescence developing influence
In adolescence they big in to question their sense of identity, they become more influenced by peer groups and norms and values
Starting employment developing independence
imployment is an big transition and is effectively the first step into adult world as their status changes. The financial independence is a step towards becoming fully independent
Leaving home (developing independence)
Leaving the patentlal home fespresented a major transitional event. Allowing for a new level of independence and self reliance
Starting a family (developing independence)
They new statues and responsibilities with starting a new family can be an important aspect of developing independence. Developing parenting skills and becoming part of a new family unit Dan provide a sense of identity
Later adulthood (independence development)
Many older people choose to remain active with a busy social life, enjoying freedom from a career. This means that independence can be maintained. Whereas some older people begin to disengage from society especially after death of close ones and will have to rely on others
Meaning of independence
The ability of a person to make their own choices and carry out daily tasks by and for themselves