Ch 13. Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood

Question 1

Emerging Adulthood

Answer 1

The transition from adolescence to adulthood (occurring from approximately 18 to 25 years of age), which is characterized by experimentation and exploration.

Question 2

Aerobic Exercise

Answer 2

Sustained exercise (such as jogging, swimming, or cycling) that stimulates heart and lung activity.

Question 3

Addiction

Answer 3

A pattern of behavior characterized by an overwhelming involvement with using a drug and a preoccupation with securing its supply.

Question 4

Rape

Answer 4

Forcible sexual intercourse with a person who does not consent to it.

Question 5

Date or Acquaintance Rape

Answer 5

Coercive sexual activity directed at someone with whom the perpetrator is at least casually acquainted.

Question 6

Postformal Thoughts

Answer 6

Thinking that is reflective, relativistic, contextual, provisional, realistic, and influenced by emotions.