Stages of Growth and Development

Question 1

Neonatal

birth to 28 days

Answer 1

Behavior largely reflexive

Develops to more purposeful behavior

Question 2

Infancy

1 mo to 1 year

Answer 2

Physical growth rapid

Question 3

Toddlerhood

1-3 years

Answer 3

Motor development permits increased physical autonomy

Psychosocial skills increase

Question 4

Preschool

3-6 years

Answer 4

World is expanding
New experiences and social role tried during play
Physical growth slows

Question 5

School Age

6-12 years

Answer 5

Includes pre-adolescent period (10-12 years)
Peer group increasingly influences behavior
Physical, cognitive, social development increase
Communication skills improve

Question 6

Adolescence

12-20 years

Answer 6

Self-concept changes with biologic development
Values tested
Physical growth accelerates
Stress increases, especially in face of conflicts

Question 7

Young Adulthood

20-40 years

Answer 7

A personal lifestyle develops

Establishes a relationship with significant other and a commitment to something.

Question 8

Middle Adulthood

40-65 years

Answer 8

Lifestyle changes due to other changes

Ex. : Children leave home, occupational goals change

Question 9

Older Adulthood

65-74 years

Answer 9

Adaptation to retirement and changing abilities (physical) often necessary
Chronic illness may develop

Question 10

Middle-old

75-84

Answer 10

Adapts to decline in speed of movement, reaction time, and increasing dependence on others may be necessary

Question 11

Old-old

85 and over

Answer 11

Increasing physical problems may develop