Factors Influencing Physical Development
Describe/give examples of Biological and Hereditary factors
Genetics (cannot be altered). Height & weight. Chromosomal abnormalities.
Describe/give examples of Biological/Hereditary factors
Mental illness.
Ex: mood, anxiety, and/or eating disorders.
Name the stage from birth to 1 year
Trust vs. Mistrust
Name the stage from 20 - 40 years
Intimacy vs. Isolation
This stage involves determining self. Includes swings of emotions and concerns about personal appearance and abilities.
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Describe/give examples of Environmental factors
Nutrition; Air; Toxins. Obesity and alcohol. Air pollutants; Oxygen deprivation. Lead, mercury, pesticides.
Describe/give examples of Environmental factors
Toxins, irritants, allergens, gases.
Ex: oxygen deprivation, natural disasters, war, pandemics, genocide.
Name the stage from 1 - 3 years
Autonomy vs. Shame & Doubt
Name the stage from 40 - 60 years
Generativity vs. Stagnation
This stage involves establishing love and friendship. Focusing on self and creating own family.
Intimacy vs. Isolation
Describe Social Support factors
Interactions between parents and children. Family, neighborhoods, religious communities. Neglect or abuse.
Shifts in role or relationships. Ex: divorce, death, remarriage. Sensory and social deprivations. Parental absence or reject. Pyschological or physical trauma.
Name the stage from 3 - 6 years
Initiative vs. Guilt
Name the stage for over 60 years
Integrity vs. Despair
This stage involves fulfilling life goals and caring for others. Contributing to society through meaningful work and productivity.
Generativity vs. Stagnation
Describe Culture factors
Based on learned beliefs and traditions. Influence on food; Nutrients.
Name the stage from 6 - 12 years
Industry vs. Inferiority
This stage involves gaining basic control, desiring independence. Encouraging playing with self-feeding opportunities.
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
This stage involves looking back over one's life and reminiscing.
Integrity vs. Despair
Describe Economic factors
Infants from low-income families likely to have serious health problems, less medical and quality of care, increased risk for low-birth weight babies.
Name the stage from 12 - 19 years
Identity vs. Role Confusion
This change involves wanting to be successful and competent. Needs encouragement and appreciation for a job well done.
Industry vs. Inferiority
This stage involves attachment and creating a bond with parents or caregivers