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How do strong emotions impact judgment and reasoning?
How do strong emotions impact judgment and reasoning?
What is a characteristic of individuals in established adulthood regarding creativity?
What is a characteristic of individuals in established adulthood regarding creativity?
Which mindset is associated with the belief that qualities cannot be changed?
Which mindset is associated with the belief that qualities cannot be changed?
What impact does high self-efficacy generally have on individuals?
What impact does high self-efficacy generally have on individuals?
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Intrinsic motivation is characterized by which of the following?
Intrinsic motivation is characterized by which of the following?
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What is a determining factor for life satisfaction according to the research on sexual interactions?
What is a determining factor for life satisfaction according to the research on sexual interactions?
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Which aspect is NOT part of sexual orientation as defined in the content?
Which aspect is NOT part of sexual orientation as defined in the content?
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What characterizes postformal thought?
What characterizes postformal thought?
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What effect does sexual activity have the next day, according to the content?
What effect does sexual activity have the next day, according to the content?
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What is the definition of common law in the context of relationships?
What is the definition of common law in the context of relationships?
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Which factor contributes to the increasing acceptance of cohabitation over marriage?
Which factor contributes to the increasing acceptance of cohabitation over marriage?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of provisional reasoning in postformal thought?
Which of the following is a characteristic of provisional reasoning in postformal thought?
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How does cohabitation before marriage statistically affect divorce rates?
How does cohabitation before marriage statistically affect divorce rates?
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What is a characteristic feature of emerging adulthood?
What is a characteristic feature of emerging adulthood?
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What percentage of Canadian couples were living common law as of 2021 for those aged 20-24?
What percentage of Canadian couples were living common law as of 2021 for those aged 20-24?
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What percentage of couples in Canada identified as same-gender, transgender, or non-binary as of 2021?
What percentage of couples in Canada identified as same-gender, transgender, or non-binary as of 2021?
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What age range is considered as emerging adulthood?
What age range is considered as emerging adulthood?
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What is the typical peak physical performance age range for young adults?
What is the typical peak physical performance age range for young adults?
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Which of the following is a primary focus during established adulthood?
Which of the following is a primary focus during established adulthood?
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What percentage of emerging adults report no weekly exercise?
What percentage of emerging adults report no weekly exercise?
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Why is sleep considered important for cognitive health?
Why is sleep considered important for cognitive health?
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What social expectation has shifted in emerging adulthood regarding relationships?
What social expectation has shifted in emerging adulthood regarding relationships?
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What lifestyle factor is increasingly linked to poor health in early adulthood?
What lifestyle factor is increasingly linked to poor health in early adulthood?
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Which of the following best describes extrinsic motivation?
Which of the following best describes extrinsic motivation?
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What was the change in Health Canada's low-risk drinking guideline from 2011 to 2023 for women?
What was the change in Health Canada's low-risk drinking guideline from 2011 to 2023 for women?
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What is considered binge drinking?
What is considered binge drinking?
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What percentage of overdose deaths in BC occurred accidentally in 2022?
What percentage of overdose deaths in BC occurred accidentally in 2022?
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Which age group represented the fastest growing demographic requiring hospitalization due to toxic drug use?
Which age group represented the fastest growing demographic requiring hospitalization due to toxic drug use?
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What is one of the strategies included in the harm reduction approach to the toxic drug crisis?
What is one of the strategies included in the harm reduction approach to the toxic drug crisis?
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What was the percentage of young Canadians aged 25 to 34 that attained a postsecondary qualification in 2019?
What was the percentage of young Canadians aged 25 to 34 that attained a postsecondary qualification in 2019?
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What is the intent of decriminalizing the possession of certain drugs in BC?
What is the intent of decriminalizing the possession of certain drugs in BC?
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What is one potential benefit of effective decision-making in the context of personal relationships?
What is one potential benefit of effective decision-making in the context of personal relationships?
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Which statement regarding remarriage rates in Canada is accurate?
Which statement regarding remarriage rates in Canada is accurate?
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How has the parental age at first child changed recently?
How has the parental age at first child changed recently?
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What is the trend concerning the number of children per woman in Canada?
What is the trend concerning the number of children per woman in Canada?
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What percentage of households with children were dual earner couple families in 2021?
What percentage of households with children were dual earner couple families in 2021?
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Which of the following challenges do single-parent families often face?
Which of the following challenges do single-parent families often face?
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What defines a step family?
What defines a step family?
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Which factor has NOT been associated with the decline in fertility rates?
Which factor has NOT been associated with the decline in fertility rates?
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What was the percentage of single-parent families in Canada as of 2021?
What was the percentage of single-parent families in Canada as of 2021?
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Which parenting style is not among the identified categories?
Which parenting style is not among the identified categories?
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Study Notes
Emerging Adulthood (18-29)
- Higher education needs are increasing, partially due to the rising cost of living.
- Many individuals are in a state of transition, balancing career development with social expectations.
- Shifting social norms encourage living together before marriage or having children.
- Increased professional opportunities for women, fueled by feminist and political movements.
Established Adulthood (30-45)
- This stage is characterized by taking on adult responsibilities.
- This includes career development, financial independence, intimate partnerships, and raising children if they choose.
Key Concepts: Political Nature of Human Development
- The late capitalist economy significantly impacts this stage with high costs of living, postgraduate study, and access to birth control and abortions.
- Feminist politics plays a role in economic independence, influencing marriage and cohabitation decisions.
Emerging Adulthood (18-29)
- Key features, as suggested by Jeffrey Arnett: identity exploration/building, instability, self-focus, feeling in-between adolescence and adulthood, and a sense of possibilities.
Physical Development
- Peak physical performance falls between ages 19 and 26.
- Lifestyle choices heavily influence health. Sleep, nutrition, exercise, substance use, and stress are all contributing factors.
- Regular exercise and 7-9 hours of sleep per night can improve both physical and mental health.
Neurologic Development
- The prefrontal cortex, responsible for reasoning and decision-making, matures throughout early adulthood.
- The limbic system, which processes emotions and rewards, matures in late childhood/early adolescence.
Sexuality
- Sexual activity varies across cultures.
- In emerging adulthood, the majority of Canadians are both sexually active and unmarried.
National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior
- Adults are less likely to use condoms than adolescents, possibly due to the increased availability of other birth control options.
- There is a discrepancy between men and women's experiences of pleasure during sex.
- Partnered adults have more frequent sexual intercourse compared to single adults.
Cognitive Development
- Cognitive abilities like reasoning, fluency with language, spatial orientation, and practical intelligence are enhanced and continue to improve.
- Experts at this stage showcase developed cognitive expertise.
Motivation
- Self-efficacy, the belief in one's ability, is strongly influenced by childhood experiences.
- Growth mindset enables people to improve their abilities throughout their lifetime.
- Fixed mindset limits improvements because one believes qualities are unchangeable.
Substance Use
- Alcohol consumption is common in Canadian cultures, particularly in college/university communities.
Toxic Drug Crisis
- The BC toxic drug supply has contributed to overdoses in younger people, primarily 15-24-year-olds.
Decriminalization in BC
- A trial program in BC seeks to reduce harm caused by drug use.
Post-Secondary Education
- A greater proportion of young Canadians are attaining postsecondary qualifications compared to older populations.
Working during Post-Secondary Education
- Many students are employed while studying, suggesting multiple roles and responsibilities often co-exist.
Intimacy and Attachment
- Secure attachment in childhood can predict secure attachment in adulthood.
- Several attachment styles exist (secure, ambivalent, avoidant). These attachment styles can influence relationship dynamics throughout life.
- The triarchic theory of love explains the three elements of love: passion, intimacy, and commitment.
Relationships
- Stages of relationships evolve across adulthood. Transitioning from early adulthood to established adulthood typically includes the expectation of marriage and children or the commitment to building a relationship.
- Establishing and maintaining healthy relationships in all of their forms is crucial to a fulfilling life for most individuals.
Population of Adults Living Alone
- The percentage of adults living alone is rising.
- There are also growing numbers of single adults in Canada in cohabiting relationships, and a decreasing stigma towards online dating and cohabitation.
Married Adults
- Marriage rates in Canada have decreased over the last 50 years, while cohabitation rates have increased.
- Covid-19 has had a moderate impact on marriage and relationships.
Divorced Adults
- Divorce rates in most industrialized countries have fallen, however, in Canada a small increase of divorce rates occurred in 1987, with more occurring during the next 20 years
- stressors (children/teenagers, career, aging parents, or decreased time for personal ambitions)
Parenting
- The proportion of children is falling.
- Many factors, such as the late capitalist economy, and feminist politics, contribute to the change.
Co-Parenting
- Co-parenting is a common way for families to raise children.
- This involves two people, often partners in marriage, working together to raise children.
Single Parenting
- One-parent families are becoming more prevalent in Canada.
- The economic pressures for these families often mean longer periods of lower household incomes.
StepParenting
- Step families are also becoming more common.
- This involves negotiating family dynamics with biological and stepfamily members.
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Explore the stages of human development focusing on emerging adulthood (ages 18-29) and established adulthood (ages 30-45). This quiz covers the impact of education, career, social norms, and the political nature influencing these life stages. Test your knowledge on the key concepts shaping adulthood today.
