University:
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Course:
PSY 2503 | Developmental Psychology
Academic year:

2022
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153

Pages:

10
Author:

kundgetanufv

Young Adults • Late teens to mid- to late-30s • Emerging adulthood is 18 to 25 years • Physical changes • Cognitive changes Psychosocial Changes Psychosocial Changes Lifestyle Career Sexuality Childbearing cycle Types of families Parenthood Alternative family structures and parenting Singlehood Emotional health Health Risks Family history Personal hygiene habits Violent death and injury Substance abuse Human trafficking Unplanned pregnancies Sexually transmitted infections Environmental or occupational forces Health Concerns Health promotion Psychosocial health Infertility Obesity Exercise Pregnant woman and childbearing family Psychosocial Stressors Acute Care • Includes treatment for • • • • • • • • Accidents Substance abuse Exposure to the environment Stress-related illness Respiratory infection Influenza Urinary tract infection Conditions requiring minor surgery Restorative and Continuing Care • Causes of chronic illnesses include hypertension, coronary artery disease, accidents, rheumatoid arthritis, AIDS, and cancer. • Nursing interventions relate to sense of identify, establishment of independence, reorganization of relationships, and launching a chosen career. Middle Adults • Begins in the mid 30s and lasts through the late 60s • Physical changes • May impact self-concept and body image • Cognitive changes • Rare, unless illness or trauma occurs Psychosocial Changes • Expected events • Career transition • Sexuality • Family psychosocial events: • • • • Singlehood Marital changes Family transitions Care of aging parents