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Horton | Week 8 Lookback



Our LIFESMART text outlines distinct developmental periods to human life. In each developmental period, human beings develop physically, cognitively, and socially. 

From the information mastered in this class, I am able to see Lifespan psychology at work—all the time—in every day life. This course has provided nomenclature to the various developmental changes and growths occurring at every moment of our human lifespans. Now, I am able to relate and apply the various theories and perspectives learned in the course in order to: 
  • Foster the relationships I have with my family, friends, and self 
  • Identify where I am at developmentally and psychosocially
  • Determine a sense of identity both personally and sexually 
  • Seek meaning and value in sexual relationships   
  • Look forward from stage to stage in my life to better prepare for coming stressors 
  • Respond positively to stressful situations 
  • Participate in cultural rites of passage 
  • Formulate personal opinions, original ideas, realistic views of the world
  • Embrace my physical attributes and natural talents
  • Utilize techniques in my classroom that promote positive development
  • Eliminate bullying from my classroom and school atmosphere
We are all on an individual journey toward self discovery and development and we gain a repertoire of knowledge and experience along the way. Although this journey is personal and unique from one developing human being to another, it is shared through natural experiences and stressors commonly occurring during the developmental periods of our lifespans. In the end, our common destination will make the journey through our lifespan meaningful and impactful

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