Life Stages

Lilly Sitver ~ Oct 20 XVL

THROUGH
THE
YEARS

Name: Lilly Sitver

Born: January 18, 2002
Time: 7:12 a.m.
Location: East Tennessee Childrens Hospital

Infancy
Age: 11 months

Infants: Growth and Development

Physical- The most dramatic and rapid changes occur during the newborns first year
of life. By the end of the childs first year of life they typically weigh 3 times more
than when they were born.
Mental- Newborns gradually become more aware of their surroundings and begin to
understand certain words and are able to make basic sounds.
Social- At 4 months, infants begin to recognize their caregivers.
Emotional- By 4-6 months of age, agony, bitterness, disgust, and panic can frequently
be seen. Typically at 12 months, infants begin to show affection for others.

Early Childhood
Age: 3 years old

Early Childhood: Growth and Development

Physical- From ages 1-6, the legs and lower body tend to grow more swiftly and
muscle coordination helps them walk, run, and climb more freely.
Mental- During early childhood, verbal growth progresses from a vocabulary of 1,500 to
2,500 words.
Social- From 1-6 years of age, children go through expanding him/herself from being
more self centered to becoming very social.
Emotional- At ages 1-2, children begin to develop self-awareness and make the
connection of the effect they have on others and their environment.

Late Childhood
Age: 8 years old

Late Childhood: Growth and Development

Physical- Ages 6-12 experience slow but steady physical development. Most of their
primary teeth are gone and the eyes are well developed.
Mental- Late Childhood mental development progresses at an exponential rate due to
constantly being in school.
Social- 8-10 year olds tend to be more friend group oriented.
Emotional- When a child is between the ages of 6-12 they experience achieving
greater independence and discover more of theirself and personality.

adolescence

Age: 14 years old

Adolescence: Growth and Development

Physical- Ages 12-20 have a sudden growth spurt, muscle coordination does not excel
as quickly, and they develop sexual organs and the secondary sexual characteristics
(puberty).
Mental- Due to most of the foundations already set for ages 12-20, mental development
primarily involves an increase in knowledge and expanding on skills.
Social- Teens are spending more time with their friends and less family time.
Emotional- Adolescents are more insecure when it comes to establishing their identity
and respond more and more to their friend groups.

Early Adulthood
Age: 26 years old

Early Adulthood: Growth and Development

Physical- Ages 20-40 experience their most productive life stage. Their muscles are
developed and motor coordination is at its peak as well as male and female sexal
development.
Mental- Young adults often go through being independent, making career choices,
establishing a lifestyle, selecting a marital partner, and starting a family.
Social- Young adults tend to associate with others who have similar ambitions/interests,
regardless of age. They also typically start a family.
Emotional- They find satisfaction in their achievements, take responsibility for their
actions, and learn to accept criticism and to profit from mistakes.

Middle Adulthood
Age: 49 years old

Middle Adulthood: Growth and Development

Physical- Ages 40-65 eventually experience the following: hair tends to grey and thin
out, skin begins to wrinkle, muscle tone tends to decrease, hearing loss starts, visual
acuity declines, and weight gain occurs.
Mental- Individuals tend to seek more information and learn to cope with/understand life
and how to cope with different stressors.
Social- Family relationships begin to decline as children begin their own lives and their
parents/elderly loved ones die. Marriages can also become stronger/weaker.
Emotional- Middle age can be a period of contentment and satisfaction ,or a time of
crisis depending on where the individual is at in life.

Late Adulthood
Age: 74+ years old

Late Adulthood: Growth and Development

Physical- Ages 65 + are declining physically; skin becomes dried out, age spots
appear, posture weakens, bones become more brittle and are more prone to brake/
fracture.
Mental- Short term memory loss is common. Alzheimer's disease is very common too
among this age group, which can lead to irreversible memory loss.
Social- Retirement can lead to a loss of self esteem, especially if their work was a
major part of their identity. Many engage in friend groups and more clubs/activities.
Emotional- Some are very happy and enjoy life; others become very lonely and
depressed.