Chapter 11: Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood PDF
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This chapter explores physical and cognitive development in early adulthood, covering topics such as emerging adulthood, physical health, sexuality, cognitive abilities, and career choices. The document also discusses different motivational factors and the challenges of entering the workforce within this stage of life.
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**[Chapter 11: Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood]** I. The Transition from Adolescence to Adulthood A. Becoming an Adult emerging adulthood \-- A period of transition from adolescence to adulthood (approximately 18 to 25 years of age) that involves experimentation and explorat...
**[Chapter 11: Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood]** I. The Transition from Adolescence to Adulthood A. Becoming an Adult emerging adulthood \-- A period of transition from adolescence to adulthood (approximately 18 to 25 years of age) that involves experimentation and exploration. 1\. Key Features of Emerging Adulthood a\. Identity Exploration, Especially in Love and Work b\. Instability c\. Self-Focused d\. Feeling In-Between e\. The Age of Possibilities 2\. The Changing Landscape of Emerging and Early Adulthood 3\. Markers of Becoming an Adult B. The Transition from High School to College II\. Physical Development A. Physical Performance and Development B. Health 1\. Eating and Weight 2\. Regular Exercise aerobic exercise \-- Sustained exercise (such as jogging, swimming, or cycling) that stimulates heart and lung activity. 3\. Substance Abuse III\. Sexuality A. Sexual Activity in Emerging Adulthood B. Sexual Orientation and Behavior 1\. Heterosexual Attitudes and Behavior 2\. Sources of Sexual Orientation 3\. Attitudes and Behavior of Lesbians and Gay Males C. Sexually Transmitted Infections sexually transmitted infections (STIs) \-- Diseases that are contracted primarily through sexual contact. IV\. Cognitive Development A. Cognitive Stages 1\. Piaget\'s View 2\. Postformal Thought postformal thought \-- Thinking that is reflective, realistic, and contextual; provisional; realistic; and influenced by emotion. B. Creativity V. Achievement, Careers, and Work A. Achievement B. Motivation extrinsic motivation \-- Doing something to obtain something (the activity is a means to an end). intrinsic motivation \-- Doing something for its own sake; involves factors such as self-determination, and opportunities to make choices. C. Careers 1\. Developmental Changes 2\. Finding a Path to Purpose D. Work 1\. The Impact of Work 2\. Work During College 3\. Monitoring the Occupational Outlook 4\. Unemployment 5\. Dual-Earner Couples
