Young Adult Flashcards
Young adults is defined by ages __-__
18-35
Criteria for adulthood defined by…
Social context (voting, culture)
3 examples of social context
1) economic independence
2) have committed long-term relationship
3) independent decision making
Key for young adulthood
potentially difficult period
Why is young adulthood a difficult period?
more life changes
Stress can be…
positive or negative
3 normative stressors
marriage, having children, starting a career
Negative stressors
miscarriage, serious illness
Stressors require…
coping skills
2 examples of coping skills
problem solving, stress management
3 examples of stress management
positive thinking, expression of feelings, seeking help when needed
Full growth for women age
17
Full growth for men age
21
Young adult age group is…
declining
18-24 years are at risk for… (5)
Unintentional injuries, alcohol usage, drugs, tobacco, suicide
Preventative health concerns…
Developing behaviors that promote healthy lifestyle
Goals are to decrease the incidence of…
Injuries, accidents, acts of violence
4 examples of acts of violence
Motor vehicle, unintentional injuries, homicide, suicide
Young adulthood characteristics
healthiest time of life, peak abilities
Young adulthood is the time of… (according to Piaget)
Abstract, analytical thinking
Young adulthood according to Kohlberg
Principled moral reasoning
Young adulthood are risk takers and
lack of fear
Important to obtain for young adults
behavioral health history
When you can focus on… (3)
Seat belt use, alcohol use, activities that can cause injury
Check up recommendations
every 2 years
Young adults are less likely to have __ __
well visits leading to preventative services
Goals for young adults (18-24 yrs) (4)
Promote healthy lifestyle
Reduce MVC
Decrease alcohol and drug abuse
Increase mental health
Peak physical skills (4)
Venturesome
Daring
Enterprising
Aggressive