Brain & Development
What part of the brain continues developing in early adulthood?
Prefrontal cortex
Name on major change during this stage
Identity Achievement, Major life transitions (Independence Growth),Resilience and Independence, Change in habits and Lifestyles.
Which theory states that early adulthood focuses on forming deeply intimate, committed relationships with others, failing which leads to loneliness, isolation, and, in some cases, depression. Successful navigation brings the virtue of love and secure, long-term bonds.
erikson’s intimacy vs. isolation
Thinking that goes beyond right vs. wrong and considers multiple perpectives
Postformal Thought
What skill improves as the brain fully develops
Decision making / impulse control
In early adulthood individuals move past identity exploration and towards______
Achievement
What theory focuses on thinking becoming more practical and flexible in adulthood
Post formal thought
This term describes exploring different life paths before settling down
Emerging adulthood