HHS4U Unit Two Quiz Review

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the transitions to adulthood, developmental theories, and psychological principles.

Transitions

Movement from one role or status to the next.

Rites of Passage

Any important act or event that serves to mark a passage from one stage of life to another.

Role Strain

Performing various roles that create conflict during the transition to adulthood.

Neurotic Needs

Strategies used to cope with anxiety that can become overused, leading to unhealthy needs.

Individuation

Taking what you choose from your family background and creating your own identity.

Developmental Task

A unique developmental ‘crisis’ must be resolved at each stage of development.

Oedipus Complex

An intense desire to replace the same-sex parent and enjoy the affections of the opposite-sex parent.

Fixations

Remaining locked in an earlier developmental stage due to under- or over-gratification of needs.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

A theory of human motivation consisting of a five-tier model of human needs.

Self-actualization

Realizing personal potential, self-fulfillment, and seeking personal growth.

Attachment Theory

A theory that explores the deep and enduring emotional bond between two people.

Imprinting

A process where a newborn follows the first moving object they see, establishing a bond with the caregiver.

Congruence

Self-actualization that occurs when a person’s ideal self aligns with their actual behavior.

Credentialism

A belief that academic or formal qualifications are the best measure of an individual's intelligence or abilities.

Safe Haven

A place where the needs of comfort and safety are met for a child.

Secure Base

The sense that a child can explore and try new things while feeling loved and supported.