Chapter 3: Lifespan Development

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1. 3

   Lifespan Development

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   Lifespan development encompasses physical, cognitive, emotional, and social...

2. 3.1

   Introduction

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   Lifespan development is a continuous process of physical, cognitive,...

3. 3.2

   Meaning Of Lifespan Development

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   Lifespan development encompasses the age-related changes an individual...

4. 3.3

   Characteristics Of Development

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   Human development is a lifelong, multidimensional process involving...

5. 3.4

   Stages Of Human Development

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   This section outlines the different stages of human development from...

6. 3.4.1

   Prenatal Stage (Conception To Birth)

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   The prenatal stage is a critical period of rapid development from conception...

7. 3.4.2

   Infancy And Toddlerhood (Birth To 2 Years)

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   This section explores physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development...

8. 3.4.3

   Early Childhood (2 To 6 Years)

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9. 3.4.4

   Middle Childhood (6 To 12 Years)

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   Middle childhood is a key developmental stage characterized by physical,...

10. 3.4.5

    Adolescence (12 To 18 Years)

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    This section covers the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social...

11. 3.4.6

    Early Adulthood (18 To 40 Years)

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12. 3.4.7

    Middle Adulthood (40 To 65 Years)

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    Middle adulthood is a developmental stage characterized by significant...

13. 3.4.8

    Late Adulthood (65 Years And Above)

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    Late adulthood is characterized by physical decline, potential cognitive...

14. 3.5

    Domains Of Human Development

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    This section outlines the key domains of human development, including...

15. 3.5.1

    Physical Development

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    Physical development refers to the biological changes that occur in the body...

16. 3.5.2

    Cognitive Development

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    Cognitive development refers to the mental processes involved in gaining...

17. 3.5.3

    Emotional Development

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    Emotional development encompasses the understanding and regulation of...

18. 3.5.4

    Social Development

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    Social development involves the growth of individuals in their social...

19. 3.6

    Major Theories Of Development

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    This section outlines the principal theories of human development, including...

20. 3.6.1

    Jean Piaget’s Cognitive Development Theory

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    Jean Piaget’s Cognitive Development Theory outlines the stages that children...

21. 3.6.2

    Erik Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory

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    Erik Erikson's Psychosocial Theory outlines eight stages of human...

22. 3.6.3

    Lev Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory

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    Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory emphasizes the significance of social...

23. 3.7

    Factors Influencing Development

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    This section outlines the key factors that influence human development...

24. 3.7.1

    Heredity

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    Heredity refers to the genetic transmission of traits and characteristics...

25. 3.7.2

    Environment

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    This section explores the significant role that environmental factors play...

26. 3.7.3

    Nutrition And Health

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    Nutrition and health are critical aspects of human development, influencing...

27. 3.7.4

    Socioeconomic Status (Ses)

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    Socioeconomic status (SES) significantly influences an individual's...

28. 3.7.5

    Culture And Traditions

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    Culture and traditions significantly influence human development across...

29. 3.8

    Significance Of Studying Lifespan Development

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    Studying lifespan development is crucial for understanding human behavior,...

30. 3.9

    Summary

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    Lifespan development encompasses the continuous physical, cognitive,...