Physical Development Across the Lifespan
Psychology ⇒ Developmental Psychology
Physical Development Across the Lifespan starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how physical development in early adulthood differs from that in adolescence.
Describe one physical change that typically occurs in late adulthood.
Describe the main physical developments that occur during the fetal period.
Describe the typical pattern of height and weight changes during early childhood.
Describe two major physical changes that occur during adolescence.
Explain the difference between gross and fine motor skills, providing an example of each.
Explain the difference between primary and secondary sexual characteristics.
A 70-year-old individual is experiencing slower reaction times and decreased muscle strength. Which stage of the lifespan is this person most likely in? (1) Early adulthood, (2) Middle adulthood, (3) Late adulthood, (4) Adolescence
A 70-year-old individual is experiencing slower reaction times and decreased muscle strength. Which stage of the lifespan is this person most likely in? (1) Early adulthood, (2) Middle adulthood, (3) Late adulthood, (4) Adolescence
At what stage of the lifespan does menopause typically occur? (1) Childhood, (2) Adolescence, (3) Early adulthood, (4) Middle adulthood
During which stage of the lifespan does the most rapid physical growth occur? (1) Infancy, (2) Childhood, (3) Adolescence, (4) Adulthood
Which hormone is primarily responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics during puberty? (1) Estrogen, (2) Testosterone, (3) Progesterone, (4) Insulin
Fill in the blank: The ability to grasp small objects with the thumb and forefinger is called the ___________ grasp.
Fill in the blank: The decline in reproductive capacity in males is called ___________.
Fill in the blank: The first two weeks after conception are known as the ___________ period.
Fill in the blank: The onset of puberty typically marks the beginning of ___________.
True or False: All individuals experience physical development at the same rate.
True or False: Fine motor skills involve large muscle groups and whole-body movement.
True or False: Muscle mass generally increases throughout late adulthood.
True or False: Physical development stops completely after early adulthood.
