CORE123 Flashcards
What is physical development?
Involves growth and changes in the body and brain, motor skills, and health.
What characterizes physical development in Infancy and Toddlerhood?
Rapid growth in height and weight, development of motor skills (crawling, walking), and sensory capabilities.
Key aspects of physical development in Childhood?
Steady growth, refinement of motor skills, and increased physical activity.
What happens during Adolescence in terms of physical development?
Puberty, growth spurts, and development of secondary sexual characteristics.
Describe physical development in Adulthood.
Peak physical performance in early adulthood, gradual decline in middle and late adulthood.
What is the first stage of Erikson’s psychosocial development?
Trust vs. Mistrust (Infancy) - Developing trust through reliable care.
What happens during Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt?
Developing personal control over physical skills and a sense of independence.
What is Initiative vs. Guilt?
Asserting control and power over the environment through directing play and other social interactions.
What occurs during Industry vs. Inferiority?
Coping with new social and academic demands, leading to a sense of competence.
What is Identity vs. Role Confusion?
Developing a sense of self and personal identity during Adolescence.
What is Intimacy vs. Isolation?
Forming intimate, loving relationships with other people in Young Adulthood.
What is Generativity vs. Stagnation?
Creating or nurturing things that will outlast oneself, contributing to society in Middle Adulthood.
What happens during Integrity vs. Despair?
Reflecting on life and feeling a sense of fulfillment or regret in Late Adulthood.
Define Identity Diffusion.
No crisis, no commitment; the individual has not resolved identity issues.
What is Identity Foreclosure?
Commitment without crisis; the individual adopts an identity without self-exploration.
