Lesson 1: Becoming an Adult - pt. 1 Flashcards
1
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stages to adulthood
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- adolescent
- emerging adult
- adult
2
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ages of each stage
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- teen: 13-17
- young adult: 18-29
- adult: 30+
3
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can u revert back to emerging adult stage? give example
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- yes
- i.e. in pandemic, many reverted back due to financial struggles
4
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what is causing early puberty
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- pre-natal care = better health
- steroids in foods
5
Q
what is the #1 factor to independence
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money/financial independence
6
Q
what ages is a middle adult?
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30-50 yrs
7
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adolescent/teen stage
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- at puberty*
- dependent*
- high school
- “firsts” (job, relationship, parent conflict)
8
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emerging adult stage
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- semi-dependent*
- can take longer than 18-29*
- post-secondary education
- job linked to target career
- some contribution to finances
- marriage/committed relationship/marriage
9
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adult stage
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- independently meets needs*
- see kids grow, parenting, self-sacrificial
- midlife crisis
- stable, long-term career w/ growth potential
- health problems
- issues w/ partner, empty nest syndrome
10
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what are the clocks of adulthood
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- chronological
- biological
- psychological
- social
11
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chronological clock
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- age of majority
- 18 yrs old in ontario
12
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biological clock
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- body/appearance (body hair/height)
- based on genetics, health (renewed food guide), and activities
13
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psychological clock
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- maturity, responsibility, coping healthily (seeking help when needed)
- emotional regulation
14
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social clock
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- markers/milestones
- autonomy, education, career, family
- school, job, home, relationship, nd kids
15
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main criteria of determining stage of adulthood
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- job/employment
- independently owning shelter
- family of procreation (pet/friends/ long-term spouse)
