unit II Flashcards
What is the age range for emerging adulthood?
18 to 25 years of age.
What characterizes emerging adulthood?
Experimentation and exploration, including career, identity, and lifestyle choices.
Name the key features of emerging adulthood.
Identity exploration, instability, self-focus, feeling in-between, and the age of possibilities
What areas of life do emerging adults explore?
Love, work, and lifestyle.
What type of instability is common in emerging adulthood?
Instability in residential status, love, education, and work.
What does “feeling in-between” mean for emerging adults?
Many do not consider themselves adolescents or full-fledged adults.
Why are emerging adults considered “self-focused”?
They have few social obligations and commitments, leading to greater autonomy (Arnett, 2006).
How is emerging adulthood an age of possibilities?
It offers optimism about the future and a chance to chart a new life course, especially for those with difficult childhoods.
What are the effects of sleep deprivation in emerging adults?
Affects cognitive, emotional, and social functioning, including executive control and memory.
What are key mental health concerns in emerging adulthood?
Alcohol consumption, drug use, and depression.
How does depression change during adolescence and emerging adulthood?
Rates of depression rise, starting in girls around age 13 and later in boys.
At what age does drug use peak?
Between 18 and 25 years, with marijuana being the most widely used illicit drug.
What is postformal thought?
A form of mature thinking characterized by the ability to deal with life’s inconsistencies, contradictions, and compromises.
What does relativistic thinking involve?
Understanding that there may be more than one valid perspective on an issue, as opposed to black-and-white thinking.
What is reflective thinking?
“Active, persistent, and careful consideration” of information, where individuals question facts, draw inferences, and make connections.
What are the stages of reflective thinking in young adults?
Dualism (black and white thinking), multiplicity (different viewpoints hold value), contextual relativism, and commitment within contextual relativism.
What are the three elements of intelligence in the triarchic theory?
Componential (analytical), experiential (creative), and contextual (practical) intelligence.
What is Gratz and Roemer’s model of emotional regulation difficulties?
It includes understanding/accepting emotions, controlling impulsive behaviors, adaptive emotion control, and using effective strategies to feel better.
What percentage of individuals have had sexual intercourse by the end of emerging adulthood?
Most individuals by age 25.
How do views on premarital sex differ between developed and developing countries?
Premarital sex is more acceptable in developed countries; it is illegal in countries like Iran, Morocco, and Pakistan.
How is the use of contraceptives viewed globally?
Most adults view contraception as morally acceptable, though 14% believe it is immoral.
