Expected life events Flashcards
What type of events are expected life events ?
Starting school , leaving school , moving house , starting work , parenthood , living with a partner , marriage or civil partnership , retirement .
What can be some of the positives of starting school / college or university ?
Building of new friendships , extended knowledge , develop new skills , improve confidence .
What can be some of the positives of starting a new job or career ?
develop independence , improved problem solving and self concept .
What can be some of the positives of moving house or to a new area ?
Excitement , develop new friends .
What can be some of the positives of retirement ?
reduced stress , time to socialise with family and friends , opportunities for leisure or physical activities .
What can be some of the negatives of starting school / college / university ?
Anxiety about new routines and meeting new people , insecurity about leaving parents of other important people .
What can be some of the negatives of starting a new job or career ?
Stress about learning new skills and routines , anxiety about meeting new people .
What can be some of the negatives of moving to a new house or area ?
Unhappiness at loss of old life , stress of moving , social isolation .
What can be some of the negatives of retirement ?
Loss of relationships with colleagues , possible loss of fitness and mobility , loss of intellectual stimulation status .
