Exam #4 HDFS 2001

Postformal thought

Development beyond Piaget’s formal operational stage, observed as college students make cognitive progress.

Dualistic thinking

Categorizing information into right/wrong, we/they, good/bad, often seen in younger college students.

Relativistic thinking

Understanding knowledge within diverse perspectives, common in older college students.

Commitment within relativistic thinking

Formulating a perspective to reconcile contradictions instead of choosing between opposing views.

Identity

Exploring the breadth and depth of one's identity, involving commitments and evaluations in love, work, and worldview domains.

Emerging adulthood

The phase between adolescence and full adult responsibilities, typically ages 18 to 25 in industrialized nations.

Cognitive Attributes

Include effective planning, decision-making, information gathering style, vocational knowledge, and skills.

Emotional & Social Attributes

Encompass positive self-esteem, conflict resolution skills, personal responsibility, emotional regulation, and coping strategies.

Social & Financial Attributes

Involve authoritative parenting, positive relationships, financial support, and a sense of connection to social institutions.

Worldview

A set of beliefs and values guiding behavior, considered essential for attaining adult status in emerging adulthood.