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Adult Cognition, Moral Growth, and Higher Education — Summary of Chapter 18 from The Developing Person Chapter 18 of The Developing Person Through the Life Span explores the deepening of cognition, the maturation of moral reasoning, and the transformative effects of higher education during emerging adulthood. As individuals transition into their 20s, they enter a phase of life where logic, emotion, ethics, and real-world application begin to intertwine. This blog summarizes the key insights from this chapter, making it an essential resource for psychology students and anyone interested in adult development. 🎥 Watch the video summary above and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more podcast-style textbook breakdowns by chapter. Postformal and Dialectical Thought While Piaget’s formal operational stage ends in adolescence, cognitive growth continues into adulthood. Postformal thought characterizes adult thinking as more practical, flexible, and integrative of emotion an...

Adolescent Thinking, Technology, and Social Growth — Summary of Chapter 15 from The Developing Person Chapter 15 of The Developing Person Through the Life Span examines the cognitive, educational, and social development of adolescents. This pivotal stage of human growth is shaped by a variety of psychological and environmental influences, including technological advancements, school structures, peer dynamics, and moral evolution. This blog provides a comprehensive overview of the major concepts, theories, and implications discussed in the chapter. 🎥 Watch the video above for an in-depth audio summary, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for chapter-by-chapter textbook breakdowns. Cognitive Development in Adolescence Adolescents experience a shift from concrete to abstract thought. Piaget's concept of formal operational thought emerges around age 12, allowing individuals to think hypothetically and engage in deductive reasoning (from general principles to specific c...