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Human Development Across the Lifespan — Physical, Cognitive, and Social Growth Explained | Psychology Chapter 5 Summary This comprehensive summary of Chapter 5 from Psychology (13th Edition) by David G. Myers and C. Nathan DeWall explores human development from conception through late adulthood. The chapter covers physical, cognitive, and social changes that shape our growth across the lifespan. Watch the full YouTube podcast summary for an engaging explanation of developmental psychology. Major Issues in Developmental Psychology Psychologists study how humans grow and change, focusing on three key debates: Nature vs. Nurture: The interaction of genetics and experience in shaping development. Continuity vs. Stages: Whether development is gradual or occurs in distinct stages. Stability vs. Change: Traits that remain stable versus those that evolve over time. Prenatal Development and the Newborn Development begins prenatally with three stages: Zygote (0–...

Adolescent Identity, Mental Health, and Drug Use — Summary of Chapter 16 from The Developing Person Adolescence is not only a time of physical change but also of intense psychological and social transformation. Chapter 16 of The Developing Person Through the Life Span delves into psychosocial development, identity formation, interpersonal relationships, mental health challenges, and substance use among teenagers. This blog expands on the key theories and research explored in the chapter to help students and lifelong learners understand the complex factors shaping adolescent behavior and well-being. 🎥 Watch the video summary above for a podcast-style breakdown, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more textbook chapter insights. Identity Formation in Adolescence Erik Erikson described adolescence as the stage of identity vs. role confusion , where teens grapple with the question, "Who am I?" Successful resolution results in identity achievement, while failur...

Puberty, Brain Development, and Teen Health — Summary of Chapter 14 from The Developing Person Adolescence is a period of profound change—biological, cognitive, emotional, and social. Chapter 14 of The Developing Person Through the Life Span dives into the biosocial development of adolescents, covering everything from hormonal shifts and brain development to nutrition, body image, and sexual maturation. This post summarizes key points to support your understanding of adolescent growth, offering insight into developmental psychology and exam preparation. 🎥 Watch the full summary above and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more chapter-by-chapter educational breakdowns. Puberty and Physical Growth Puberty marks a critical stage in adolescent development, typically starting between ages 8 and 14. This stage is initiated by two major hormonal systems: HPA axis (hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal) HPG axis (hypothalamus-pituitary-gonad) These systems regulate the re...