Conception to age 2

Biosocial, Cognitive, and psychosocial change begins with conception. As the sperm and egg merge and blend to create a tiny miniature human being, it sparks the beginning of an exciting 3-year process. Between the moments of conception until the birth of the baby, the wondrous events take place behind the scenes. However, after the birthing process, the world is to see just how marvelous these tiny creatures are as they change physically, grow intellectually, and begin to form their own personalities.

age 2-7

Biosocial, Cognitive, and psychosocial change does not end with infancy. Between the ages of 2 through 6, the brain and body grow and develop more intensely, the child’s thought process advances to new heights, language skills improve, emotional growth occurs, and interpersonal relationships develop to new levels. This is a time of both experience-expectancy as well as experience-dependency. These new found energies, abilities, and experiences help pave the way to more self-sufficient roles; so long as the child is given proper guidance and supervision.

age 8-19

Biosocial, Cognitive, and psychosocial change does not end with infancy or early childhood. Between the ages of 8 through 19 some say it actually intensifies. Not only do adolescent hormones change these baby faced youngsters into distinguished, more mature looking individuals, but it also morphs them, in many cases, through a wild, often emotionally draining, psychologically challenging, and socially disturbing roller coaster ride that leaves parents bewildered and stressed. Despite the chaotic appearance, parents and society can rest assure that this phase is quite temporary and generally subsides as the hormonal levels taper off and the adolescent adjusts to their new physical, cognitive, sociological and psychological selves.

age 20-64

From the beginning of young adulthood through Mid-adulthood, People face a multitude of changes. The human body will reach it’s full physical potential by age thirty then begin to decline, reproduction will not only escalate and peek but also diminish, and we will grow, form, and change emotionally, intellectually and morally along the way. These Biosocial, Cognitive, and psychosocial adjustments are multidimensional and are based upon a variety of circumstances. Such changes can be formed, declined and intensified depending on an individual’s decisions, dedication & lifestyle. Basically, the habits that are formed during this time can silently build or steal the quality of life out from underneath us, and if we aren’t careful these effects will leave permanent damage that most people do not even consider until the it has already occurred. 

Age 65 plus (loss and death)

Growing older can be a challenging process but with a little tender loving care these later years can be the prime time of happiness. Biologically, the body shows signs of deterioration but on a cognitive level the brain has much left to do. Psychosocially speaking, an individual continues to require interpersonal relationships indefinitely. Spousal relationships in general, contribute to the quality of life &/or lack of. Basically, Not all areas of growing older are simple and complex situations do arise. It’s when this happens, that environment plays a huge role in weather life ends with dignity or disaster. Of course, death details a whole new world of thoughts, feelings, and emotions that supported by culture and religion and are unique to each person.

 

About Jessica

For Jessica Lynn Tolson-Montgomery, Biosocial, Cognitive, and psychosocial development have been substantially influenced by internal instinct. This lady managed to beat the odds even with very little parental support, years of physical abuse, psychological abuse, sexual abuse and neglect. Although she continues to face a variety of challenges on a day-to-day basis, she struggles to use her own experience to assist those who face similar circumstances. These traits mark the middle of a life long journey of survival, a journey with incredible odds and substantial benefits to those who dare involve themselves along the way.  

resources

Helpful "internet links" that were sent to students during psych202

articles to download and read.

other "down loadable" articles that were sent to students during psych202.

 

This website Has been Created From Several Papers 

That Were Presented By:

Jessica L. Montgomery In

Total Fulfillment

Of Psy202 

Understanding Human Development ,

An Online Course Provided By:

City University Of Belleview Washington

January 2007






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