U1AOS2 Chapter 3A Flashcards
Define psychological development
Refers to an individuals changes and lifelong growth across emotional, cognitive and social domains
Emotional development
Changes in how feelings are expressed, interpreted and dealt with
Cognitive development
changes in mental abilities such as problem solving, use of languages and perception
Social development
Changes in relationships with other people and skills in interacting with others
Nurture
The environmental factors surrounding an individual that affect their development
Nature
The biological and hereditary factors in an individuals development
What are the 5 environmental factors
- Emotional environment
- Sociocultural
- Learning
- Prenatal
- Physical
Examples of Bio in BPS
- nutrition
- genetics
- sleep
- hormones
- medications
Examples of psycho in BPS
- Emotions
- self-esteem
- thoughts
- memories and learning
Examples of social in BPS
- socioeconomic
- physical environment
- cultural norms
- family
- social support
- education
Mental wellbeing
A state of emotional and social wellbeing in which individuals realise their own abilities, are resilient, can work productively and can contribute to their community. (is a spectrum)
Risk factors
Factors that increase the likelihood of a suffering from a mental disorder or relapse (eg. cognitive/emotional immaturity, neglect, poverty, injustice and discrimination)
Protective factors
Guard against mental disorders and relapses by supporting a persons general wellbeing. (eg. communication skills, physical health, security and safety and scholastic achievement)
