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sp14 chapt 10
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the term used to describe the period between late adolescence and early 30s? | Emerging adulthood |
| Which of the following is NOT a role transition marking entry into adulthood? | Retirement |
| How has college attendance changed since the early 1900s? | It has increased by about 67%. |
| What is edgework? | Living on the boundary between life and death |
| According to Erikson's psychosocial theory, what is the major conflict during young adulthood? | Intimacy vs. isolation |
| What is a major marker of becoming an adult? | Achieving financial independence |
| What is the leading cause of death in early adulthood? | Accidents |
| How does smoking affect young adults' health? | It increases the risk of chronic illnesses. |
| What is considered binge drinking? | Consuming ≥5 drinks in a row within 2 weeks (men) or ≥4 drinks in a row within 2 weeks (women) |
| What is alcoholism? | A physical addiction to alcohol with withdrawal symptoms |
| What is the ideal body mass index (BMI) range for maintaining a healthy weight? | 18.5-24.9 |
| How does socioeconomic status influence health? | Higher socioeconomic status leads to better health outcomes. |
| What is the ratio of low density lipoproteins (LDL) to high density lipoproteins (H Disease (HDL) that is important to health? | LDL/HDL ratio should be > 1 |
| What is postformal thought? | The integration of emotion and logic in decision-making |
| According to Baltes et al.'s dimensions of intelligence, what is plasticity? | The ability to change and adapt under the right conditions |
| What are primary mental abilities? | General cognitive abilities that apply to multiple domains |
| What is fluid intelligence? | The ability to think flexibly and adaptively |
| What is crystallized intelligence? | Knowledge and skills acquired through experience |
| According to the parieto-frontal integration theory (P-FIT), where does intelligence come from? | Distributed and integrated networks of neurons in the parietal and frontal lobes |
| What is formal operations? | The ability to think abstractly and logically |
| How does emotion and logic become integrated in adulthood? | Emotion and logic work together in decision-making. |
| What are Baltes et al.'s three dimensions of intelligence? | Multidirectionality, interindividual variability, and plasticity |
| How do lifestyle factors such as smoking and drinking alcohol affect young adults' health? | They increase the risk of chronic illnesses and health problems. |
| What is the leading cause of death in early 20s among young adults? | Accidents |
| What is the prevalence of smoking among young adults? | Around 40% |
| What is the recommended limit for alcohol consumption for young adults? | No more than 2 drinks per day |
| What is considered binge drinking for women? | Consuming 5 or more drinks in a row within 2 weeks |
| How does excessive, long-term drinking affect the brain? | It depletes important neurotransmitters and affects brain function. |
| What is the recommended body mass index (BMI) range for a healthy weight? | BMI of 20-24 |
| How does poverty affect health outcomes? | People in poverty are more likely to be in poor health and have limited access to healthcare. |
| Which group has the poorest health conditions in inner-city neighborhoods? | African-American men |
| What is the leading cause of death for women in the United States? | Chronic diseases |
| How does the health of young adults differ based on gender and ethnicity? | Health outcomes vary based on gender and ethnicity. |
| What is the primary focus of cognitive development in adulthood? | The integration of emotion and logic |
| What are primary mental abilities? | Clusters of related skills organized into hypothetical constructs |
| What is fluid intelligence? | The ability to think flexibly and adaptively |
| What is crystallized intelligence? | Knowledge acquired through life experiences |
| What is the Parieto-frontal integration theory (P-FIT)? | It suggests that intelligence comes from the integration of multiple brain networks. |
| What is postformal thought? | The ability to deal with contradictions and uncertainty |
| How do emotion and logic become integrated in adulthood? | They become integrated and influence each other. |
| What is the term for a period of self-exploration, search for meaning, and adjustment to daily hassles or life challenges in one's 20s? | Quarterlife crisis |
| What is the key focus of physical development during young adulthood? | Maintenance of physical health and well-being |
| What is the most common cause of death in early adulthood? | Accidents |
| How does height change during young adulthood? | It reaches its maximum and then stabilizes. |
| When does physical strength, coordination, and dexterity peak in both sexes? | |
| What is the age range when most senses remain acute through middle age or old age? | Middle age |
| At what age does hearing begin to decline, especially for high-pitched tones? | Late 20s |
| Late How does the health of young adults differ as a function of socioeconomic status, gender, and ethnicity? | There are disparities in health outcomes based on these factors. |
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