Unpacking The Self: The Physical Self PDF

UNPACKING THE SELF: THE PHYSICAL SELF  LEARNING OUTCOMES Understand the stages of life and explain the physical changes that occur during each stage. Identify the contributions of genetic and environmental factors on physical development of the self. Describe the factors that affect body...

UNPACKING THE SELF: THE PHYSICAL SELF  LEARNING OUTCOMES Understand the stages of life and explain the physical changes that occur during each stage. Identify the contributions of genetic and environmental factors on physical development of the self. Describe the factors that affect body image Examine the impact of culture on the body image and self. Develop a positive image. TABLE OF CONTENT STAGES OF LIFE SPAN FACTORS AFFECTING PHYSICAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT BODY IMAGE CONCEPT OF BEAUTY  01 STAGES OF LIFE SPAN  PHYSICAL SELF Refers to the body that includes basic parts such as head, neck, arms, and legs. Made up of other organs such as the brain, heart, lungs, stomach, intestines, and muscles  PHYSICAL SELF These organs work together to perform many of its functions such as breathing, walking and dancing. The body’s ability to perform its functions gradually changes through the years.  PHYSICAL SELF In general, the body performs its functions least well during (1) infancy and (2) old age Physical efficiency generally peaks in early adulthood and declines into the middle age. Physical development and growth during childhood continues at a slow rate compared with rapid rate of growth in babyhood. One of the most crucial stage of development is the adolescence stage.  begins with the onset of ADOLESCENCE puberty this stage is characterized by rapidly physical changes that includes the maturation of the reproductive system LIFE SPAN The development from conception of death. ELIZABETH B. HURLOCK Outlined the stages in the life span Divided the stages into 10 parts  STAGES OF LIFE SPAN PRENATAL Fertilization to the Conception occurs and development begins. All of the major birth structures of the body are forming and the health of the mother is of primary concern. INFANCY Birth to 2 weeks of Considerable growth and change, including motor skills, life basic language acquisition, and attachment formation. Trust and Security build emotional foundation BABYHOOD 2 weeks of life to 2nd Rapid physical, cognitive, and emotional development as year the child begins to interact more with their environment and caregivers EARLY CHILDHOOD 2 to 6 years old “Preschool age,” focuses on development of logical thinking, friendships, and academic skills. Play as crucial for learning, as it fosters social skills and creativity. LATE CHILDHOOD 6 to 10 or 12 years “School age," focuses on acquiring academic skills, social old interaction, and developing a sense of competence  STAGES OF LIFE SPAN Puberty 10 or 12 to 14 years Dramatic physical change marked by an overall physical old growth spurt and sexual maturation. Adolescence 14 to 18 years old A critical time for identity formation and emotional growth. Teens face the challenge of establishing a sense of self while dealing with physical changes and seeking independence from parents Early Adulthood 18 to 40 years old Establishing intimate relationships, pursuing higher education or careers, and achieving self-sufficiency. Balancing personal goals with forming significant relationships. Middle Adulthood 40 to 60 years old Individuals often reflect on their life achievements and may experience a “midlife transition. People reassess life goals, often leading to renewed purpose or life adjustments. Late Adulthood 60 years old to death Adapting to retirement, dealing with physical aging, and reflecting on life’s achievements.  02 FACTORS AFFECTING PHYSICAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT  HUMAN NATURE: NATURE VS NURTURE?  NATURE VERSUS NURTURE DEBATE NATURE NURTURE Socio-biologists, Sociologists, psychologists and others in anthropologists, and others the natural sciences argue in the social sciences argue that behavior traits can be that human behavior is explained by genetics. learned and shaped through interaction. FACTORS AFFECTING PHYSICAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT HEREDITY Biological process of transmission of traits from parents of offspring The sex and other physical traits are determined by the combination of (1) chromosome and (2) genes during fertilization (the union of the two cells: Egg and Sperm) CHROMOSOMES thread like tissues that carries the genes and are usually found in pairs. 23 pairs of chromosomes Two (2) types: Autosomes or trait chromosomes (22 pairs) Gonosome or sex chromosomes (the X and Y) GENES basic carriers of hereditary traits can be classified into: Dominant (strong genes) Recessive (weak genes)  RECESSIVE VS DOMINANT Recessive: The trait not expressed when the dominant form of the trait is present. Dominant: The expressed form of the trait when present (even if is just 1 allele). FACTORS AFFECTING PHYSICAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 2. ENVIRONMENT refers to the factors which the individual is exposed after conception to death which includes learning and experience FACTORS AFFECTING PHYSICAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 2. ENVIRONMENT factors such as diet, nutrition, and diseases play an important role in physical development.  03 BODY IMAGE  BODY IMAGE refers to how individuals perceive, think, and feel about their body and physical appearance. APPEARANCE Everything about a person that others can observe such as height, weight, skin color, clothes, and hairstyle.  SELF-ESTEEM A person's overall evaluation of his or her own worth. Younger women and girls tend to have poor body image. Body image can affect both the adolescent's physical and psychological well-being. CAUSE OF POOR emphasis on the ideal BODY IMAGE body bullying and peer pressure media EFFECTS OF POOR BODY IMAGE BODY DISATISFACTION EFFECTS OF POOR BODY IMAGE DEPRESSION low mood changes in appetite sleep disturbance agitation fatigue difficulty concentrating EFFECTS OF POOR BODY IMAGE Low-self esteem EFFECTS OF POOR BODY IMAGE Eating disorder (Bulimia Nervosa) EFFECTS OF POOR BODY IMAGE Eating disorder (Anorexia Nervosa) EFFECTS OF POOR BODY IMAGE Body Modification EFFECTS OF POOR BODY IMAGE Tattooing Permanent make-up Body piercing Cosmetic surgery  04 CONCEPT OF BEAUTY How do you define beauty? In Egyptian art, beauty is portrayed in women with slim. high waist, narrow hips, and long back hair. Women with full figure and rounded hips were considered beautiful during the Renaissance period. Some tribes (e.g., Africa) during the medieval age consider chubby, fat, or plum women beautiful. Some tribes in Malaysia, Philippines, and Indonesia considered flat noses to be the most attractive. Standards of beauty have change over time based on changing cultural values. Standards of Beauty Clean and unblemished skin Thick skinny hair Well-proportioned bodies Symmetrical faces Beauty is considered important throughout history. This is because these features indicate youth, health, good genes, and fertility. Beauty is important in all societies. Attractive people have a lot of advantages in life. Above all things physical, it is more important to be beautiful in the inside.