Other Concepts Flashcards
Why is it important to as include Human Genetics in Mental Health?
Not only does social problems or experiences a factor to the cause of Mental Health but so does genetics; as research shows that possible precursors can be found on chromosomes.
What areas of Child development can have a great affect on Mental Health disorders?
- Physical development
- Cognitive and intellectual development
- Language development
- Self-image in children
- Behavioral
- Sexual development
What factors mark the period of adolescent development?
- Further development increases emotionally, spiritually, and cognitively.
- Experiences are strongly influenced by genetics, culture, socioeconomic conditions, gender, and disabilities.
- Nurturing systems and Sustaining systems
- “Trying on” of different personalities in the process of self discovery
This phrase is rather new which describes the phase in which society encourages youth involvement in bigger society.
Positive Youth Development
The phase in which adolescent mature physically with great influence on sexuality.
Sexual Maturation
Theorists ____________, _________________, and ________________ theorists refer to the adult development period.
Erikson, Freud, and Maslow
This phase of adulthood seizes and or has little movement and what phase continues?
Physical development and Social Development
What are the main focuses during Social Development?
Higher education, career, mating, children
Describes active experimentation.
Doing
Describes reflective observation.
Watching
Describes concrete Experience.
Feeling
Thinking experimental learning styles is describes as ______________.
Thinking
David Kolb is responsible for ________?
Experiential Learning Style
Signs of sexual abuse include…
Trouble walking/sitting
Sexual inappropriateness
Avoidance of a specific person
Running away from home
Reluctance to change clothing in front of others
Sexually transmitted diseases or pregnancy under the at of 14yo
Neglect will be cause for experiences such as…
Malnutrition resulting in stunted physical development
lack of stimulation will cause a stunt mentally
Illnesses and medical problems are a result of lack of medical attention
Poor school performance due to frequent absences
Poor social skills and lack of friends
Emotional problems resulting from the aforementioned problems
Lack of parental supervision and improper living conditions
Death as a result of starvation and exposure