aos 1 - chapter 1 Flashcards
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Define genetic potential
the genetic capabilities and limitations of an individuals genetic makeup
Define developmental milestone
a significant skill or event occurring in a persons life; for example learning to walk, getting a job or having children.
Define self concept
Relates to how someone sees themselves
Define gross motor skills
The manipulation and coordination of large muscle groups such as those in the arms and legs.
Example of internal physical development
increase in the size of your heart
Characteristic of prenatal stage - fertilisation-birth
Development of the body organs and structures
What does the hormone thyroxine do, where is it secreted?
Regulates metabolism, which is required to produce the extra energy required for the changes that occur during puberty.
Secreted in the thyroid gland.
What is oestrogen responsible for, where is it secreted?
Responsible for development of female sex characteristics, breast development and regulation of menstrual cycle.
It is secreted in the ovaries.
What is the growth hormone responsible for, what gland secretes it?
Triggers growth when released, during puberty it is released in larger amounts, increasing the rate of growth. It is produced in the pituitary gland.
Characteristic of early childhood stage. 3 years - 6 years.
Slow, steady growth. Eg making friends.
What are the 8 stages of life, including ages of each?
Prenatal - fertilisation-birth Infancy - birth-2 years Early childhood - 3 years-6 years Late childhood - 6 years-12 years Youth - 12 years-18 years Early adulthood - 18 years-40 years Middle adulthood - 40 years-65 years Late adulthood - 65 years-death
Define social health
Being able to interact with others and participate in the community in both an independent and cooperative way.
Define physical health
The body and its systems and includes the physical capacity to perform tasks and physical fitness.
What is BMI, how is it used?
Body Mass Index, is a measure of body mass to height, used to ascertain overweight or obesity levels.
Define fine motor skills
The manipulation and coordination of small muscle groups such as those in the hands.
What are the two types of sex characteristics?
Primary and secondary sex characteristics
Define puberty
Biological changes that occur during youth and prepare the individual for sexual reproduction.
What is the hormone that starts puberty, where is it released?
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). Released from the hypothalamus.
Define social development
The increasing complexity of behaviour patterns used in relationships with other people.
What are concrete thoughts? Include example.
Concrete thoughts refer to physical objects you can see. An example of concrete thoughts include something you can see.
What are abstract thoughts? Include example.
Abstract thoughts are being able to think about concepts and ideas. An example of abstract thoughts is anything that doesn’t have to be physically there.
Define hormone
A chemical messenger that results in changes in the body.
Define self esteem
Confidence in ones own worth or abilities.
Define health
’ a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. ‘
