Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood 11

Question 1

what is the transition from adolescence to adulthood referred to as?

Answer 1

emerging adulthood (Santrock, pg.300)

Question 2

Name three lifestyle choices that are associated with poor health?

Answer 2

Not eating breakfast, not getting enough sleep, not eating regular meals, relying on snacks as a mani food source, smoking moderately or excessively, not exercising, and or eating too much. (Santrock, pg 303)

Question 3

What four factors are an individual’s sexual orientation determined by?

Answer 3

genetic, hormonal, cognitive, and environmental faactors. (Santrock, pg.309)

Question 4

Name two good stragies for protecting against HIV and other STI’s

Answer 4

Not having sex with multiple partners, having protested sex, not unprotected sex, knowing you and your partner’s risk status, and obtaining medical exams.(Santrock, pg. 311)

Question 5

What are three important themes of early adulthood?

Answer 5

Choosing an occupation, establishign a carrer, and developing a career. (Santrock.pg 313)