Young Adulthood 20-30

Question 1

What happens from age 30 regarding senses?

Answer 1

All senses and body biological function declines

Question 2

When does the Adolescent brain function and connections finish?

Answer 2

Men at 24 years

Women at 21 years

Question 3

What age is recognised as a period of much creativity?

Answer 3

30

Question 4

What happens to illness?

Answer 4

Less illness than childhood

Question 5

Neuro pathways linking frontal cortex and the amygdala allows for what?

Answer 5

greater emotional regulation and control in early adulthood

Question 6

What is the temperament for a young adult?

Answer 6

Initially governed by genetics. Characteristics develop to compensate/enhance natural temperaments. A child’s temperament will be an indicator of the adult’s temperament

Question 7

What are the 3 attachment styles young adults will have?

Answer 7

Secure attachment

Avoidant attachment

Anxious attachment

Question 8

Describe what Secure attachment is for young adults

Answer 8

positive views of relationships, easy to get close to people, enjoy sexual activity, not overly concerned about partners behaviour

Question 9

Describe what Avoidant attachment is for young adults

Answer 9

hesitant about getting involved, distance from partner when involved

Question 10

Describe what happens during Anxious attachment

Answer 10

Demand closeness but less trusting, emotion and jealous

Question 11

What are these attachment styles determined by?

Answer 11

childhood experiences

Question 12

What stage from Erikson’s theory is young adulthood development come under?

Answer 12

Intimacy VS Isolation

Question 13

What plays an important role in social development?

Answer 13

Having close friendships