Emerging Adulthood and Early Adulthood Development

Flashcards covering key concepts related to early adulthood and emerging adulthood development.

Emerging Adulthood

A theory proposed by Arnett that indicates a new life stage between adolescence and young adulthood, particularly in industrialized nations.

Developmental Tasks

Key goals that young adults work to achieve, such as establishing identity, achieving autonomy, and finding intimacy.

Dialectical Thought

The ability to integrate opposing viewpoints and synthesize them to create new ideas, exemplified by recognizing complexities in personal emotions.

Intimacy vs. Isolation

A psychosocial stage proposed by Erikson where intimacy involves forming deep connections with others while not losing one's individuality.

Postformal Thought

A type of thought in early adulthood characterized by practical, realistic, and individualistic perspectives that understand complexity.

Social Exchange Theory

A theory in psychology that suggests that the development of relationships is influenced by the perceived costs and benefits of interactions.

Galinsky’s Stages of Parenthood

Stages that outline the evolution of parenting and the tasks associated with each stage of a child's development.

Types of Singles

Categories including voluntary temporary, voluntary permanent, involuntary temporary, and involuntary permanent singles, highlighting relationship status complexities.

Psychosocial Development

The development of emotional and social factors throughout early adulthood, influenced by various personal and societal factors.

Cognitive Development

Refers to the changes in thinking, reasoning, and understanding that occur during early adulthood, including the evolution of thought complexity.