Socioemotional Development in Early Adulthood

A set of 30 vocabulary flashcards focused on key concepts and terms related to socioemotional development in early adulthood.

Emerging Adulthood

Period between ages 18 and 25, characterized by being distinct from both adolescence and adulthood.

Social Clock

Age-related expectations for major life events such as occupational entry, marriage, parenthood, and retirement.

Intimacy vs Isolation

Erikson's crisis of early adulthood focused on developing capacity for intimacy and committing to a romantic partner.

Friendship

A voluntary social relationship carried out within a social context; young adults rely heavily on friends for support.

Love

A combination of emotions, cognitions, and behaviors that are crucial in intimate relationships.

Mate Selection

Involves proximity, physical attractiveness, and similarity as key predictors for relationships.

Sternberg’s Triangular Model of Love

Describes love as having three components: intimacy, passion, and decision/commitment.

Intimate Violence

Includes physical violence, sexual abuse, and psychological harm, often escalating in nature.

Cycle of Abuse

Pattern of abuse consisting of building tension, incident, reconciliation, and calm phases.

Cohabitation

Living together in a committed relationship without being married; becoming more popular.

Singlism

Negative stereotyping and discrimination directed at single individuals.

Divorce Rate in the US

Approximately 56%, influenced by factors like education and economic status.

Effects of Divorce

Includes negative health, financial, and emotional consequences for individuals.

Parental Role

Decision-making regarding whether and when to have children, influenced by various factors.

Parenthood Satisfaction

Associated with declines in marital and life satisfaction despite the happiness children can bring.

Cultural Variations in Marriage Age

International differences in average age of first marriages, with some countries seeing marriage after age 30.

Friendship Similarity

Perceived similarities, such as interests and backgrounds, matter in forming friendships.

Marriage Expectations

In the US, people are generally waiting longer to get married.

Impact of Education on Marriage

Lower educational levels correlate with marrying at a younger age.

Communication in Marriage

Healthy conflict resolution and focusing on positives are crucial for marital happiness.

Divorce Predictors

Factors such as poor education, economic troubles, and communication issues contribute to divorce likelihood.

Parenting Trends

Historically, changes include delaying parenthood, fewer children, and variations in family structures.

Career Paths in Early Adulthood

Often shaped by circumstances, leading to shifts and interruptions due to family obligations.

Maternity Leave Issues

Compared to other countries, the US has less maternity leave, impacting women’s career paths.

Child-Friendly Statistics

Many US pregnancies are surprises, but childbearing rates have generally declined.

Life Satisfaction and Parenthood

While parenting can bring happiness, it often leads to declines in marital satisfaction.

Age Variations in Relationship Formation

Ages 20-24 see a mix of job presence, with many under a year at current jobs.

Emerging Adults’ Responsibilities

Often face pressures from societal expectations regarding employment, marriage, and family.

Support Networks in Early Adulthood

Emerging adults typically rely on friends more than family for emotional support.

Normative Age-Related Events

Certain life events are expected to occur at specific ages, affecting self-esteem.

Identifying with Peers

Many young adults compare their life stages with friends, influencing their emotional responses.

Diverging Life Paths

Individuals may differ drastically in their life trajectories despite similar starting points.