Middle to Late Adulthood

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Middle Childhood and Adolescence As human being develops, there are different changes and needs that occur during this process. Life span transformation during middle childhood and adolescent through physical, psychosocial, cognitive, and association contribute tremendously to this development. For example the middle childhood tend to be agile, with gradual subtle growth changes, and no sexual changes. When compared to adolescent they experience growth spurt, sexual changes such as girls develop larger breasts and menstruation; boys appear to have broader shoulder and sperm production.During middle childhood, “most of them care for themselves, sit quietly when required to do so, and get along with everyone” (Berger, 2010, p. 233). In contrast, adolescent is the hormonal period. Berger (2010) stated, “Hormones regulate hunger, sleep, moods, stress, sexual desire, immunity, reproduction, and many other bodily functions” (p. 310). These increased production of hormones in adolescent cause a change in personality, physical, and mental changes. The adolescent tend to geared toward the opinion of their peers, how people perceive them, and in conflict with their parent. “Disputes are common, as the adolescent‘s drive for independence often clashes with the parents’ customary control” (Berger, 2010, P. 354). Whereas, with middle childhood they thrive relationship and guidance from parent. Influence on future Development With middle childhood industry versus inferiority on Erickson developmental stage involves industrious activities and evaluating their progress. They are intrinsically productive and energetic, learning and mastering skills, making them feel a sense of control and develop confidence. These conceptual skills learned can be applied during transitional period to future development by refining and consolidating. With adolescent identity versus role confusion
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