Lifespan Perspective

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the Lifespan Perspective, including definitions of aging patterns, factors affecting life satisfaction, and the significance of different age categories in development.

What is the Lifespan Perspective in human development?

It refers to the idea that development is lifelong, multidimensional, multidirectional, and influenced by multiple contexts.

What are the three goals of human development?

Growth, Maintenance, and Regulation of Loss.

What factors contribute to increased life expectancy?

Advances in medicine and healthcare, improved nutrition and sanitation, and safer working and living conditions.

What are the three developmental patterns of aging?

Normal aging, Pathological aging, Successful aging.

Why does happiness often increase with age?

Older adults report higher levels of life satisfaction due to a shift in priorities towards meaningful relationships and experiences.

What is meant by 'Chronological age'?

The number of years a person has been alive, used to track growth and developmental stages.

How does Biological age differ from Chronological age?

Biological age refers to how well the body’s organs and systems are functioning compared to average age norms.

What characterizes Normal aging?

Typical age-related changes where most individuals reach cognitive functioning peaks in early middle age.

What is the focus of Socioemotional Selectivity Theory (SST)?

It emphasizes the prioritization of meaningful relationships and emotional experiences as individuals age.

What influences Psychological age?

A person's ability to adapt, learn, cope with challenges, and reflects personality traits.

What is Social age?

The roles and expectations tied to relationships and society, affecting how individuals fit into social roles.

What are Nonnormative Life Events?

Unusual, individualized experiences such as losing parents early or winning the lottery.

What are some applications of lifespan development understanding?

Managing mental health issues, parenting support, personal growth, and relationship building.

What should be considered alongside Chronological age to understand development?

Biological age, Psychological age, and Social age.

What is indicated by a 'Midlife dip' in happiness?

A period of life evaluation and unmet expectations, often associated with increased responsibilities.

What age range defines Early adulthood according to developmental processes?

Early twenties to thirties.