PSY 402 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 - Studying Adult Development and Aging
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Chapter 1 - studying adult development and aging. Some perspectives in psychology more scientific than others (i. e. psychoanalysis). Biological focuses more on brain, biological processes. Ego identity vs. despair i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. vii. viii. Sociocultural include interpersonal, societal, cultural and ethnic factors that affect development. Examine fundamental issues re: adult development and aging, such as who older people are, the forces that shape them, and current developmental controversies. Consider ways in which gerontologists study adult development and aging. The study of gerontology has flourished the study of aging from maturity to old age. There are many myths and stereotypes about aging, called ageism, a form of discrimination against older adults based on their age. Development across adulthood brings growth and opportunities as well as loss and decline. Life-span perspective helps place adult development and aging into the context of the whole human experience.