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Intro to Psychology: Adulthood Concepts

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This deck covers key concepts related to adulthood in psychology, including menopause, study types, and generational roles.

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Menopause

The time of natural cessation of menstruation; also refers to the biological changes a woman experiences as her ability to reproduce declines.
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Definition
Menopause
The time of natural cessation of menstruation; also refers to the biological changes a woman experiences as her ability to reproduce declines.
Cross-sectional Study
Research that compares people of different ages at the same point in time.
Longitudinal Study
Research that follows and retests the same people over time.
Social Clock
The culturally preferred timing of social events such as marriage, parenthood, and retirement.
“Sandwich Generation”
A generation of middle aged adults responsible for bringing up their own children or grandchildren and simultaneously for the care of their aging pare...
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Intro to Psychology: Adulthood Concepts
TermDefinition
Menopause
The time of natural cessation of menstruation; also refers to the biological changes a woman experiences as her ability to reproduce declines.
Cross-sectional Study
Research that compares people of different ages at the same point in time.
Longitudinal Study
Research that follows and retests the same people over time.
Social Clock
The culturally preferred timing of social events such as marriage, parenthood, and retirement.
“Sandwich Generation”
A generation of middle aged adults responsible for bringing up their own children or grandchildren and simultaneously for the care of their aging parents.