Lifespan Development

These flashcards cover vocabulary and concepts related to lifespan development, including theories of psychological and cognitive development, different family structures and patterns, and stages of growth across the lifespan.

Life Expectancy

The number of years an individual is expected to live based on averages.

Mortality Rate

The frequency of deaths in a population.

Piaget’s Stages of Cognitive Development

A theory consisting of four stages: sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, and formal operational.

Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development

A framework outlining eight conflicts that shape psychological growth across the lifespan.

Developmental Tasks

Specific challenges that must be overcome at different stages of life.

Infant Mortality Rate

The number of deaths of infants under one year of age per 1,000 live births.

Cephalocaudal Development

Development that proceeds from the head downward towards the feet.

Proximodistal Development

Development that starts at the center of the body and moves outward.

Healthy People 2030

A program aimed at improving the health of the nation through various objectives.

Nuclear Family

A family unit consisting of two parents and their biological children.

Cohabitation

Unmarried couples living together sharing responsibilities.

Blended Family

A family formed when adults remarry and bring children from previous marriages.

Autocratic Family Pattern

A family model where one parent exerts control over the children with strict rules.

Democratic Family Pattern

A family structure where all members participate equally in decision-making.

Disengagement Theory

A theory suggesting disengagement from social roles is a natural part of aging.

Activity Theory

A theory proposing that staying active leads to greater life satisfaction in older age.

Continuity Theory

The idea that individuals maintain their pre-existing habits and behavior patterns into old age.

Health Promotion

Activities aimed at improving health and preventing diseases.

Aging

The process of becoming older, which influences various bodily systems.

Infant Developmental Tasks

Core skills and behaviors that infants must achieve for healthy growth.

Toddler Characteristics

Development traits characteristic of children aged 1 to 3 years.

Preschool Development

Growth phases and skill acquisition of children aged 3 to 5.

School Age Development

Development of children ages 6 to 12 characterized by increasing independence and cognitive skills.

Adolescent Development

The stage of growth from ages 12 to 19 with significant physical and psychological changes.

Early Adulthood Characteristics

The stage of life from ages 20 to 40 marked by peak physical health and establishing life goals.

Middle Adulthood Changes

Changes occurring from ages 40 to 65, including physical decline and shifting roles.

Late Adulthood Challenges

The stage of life after age 65, dealing with aging, health, and life reflection.