Problem
A. Using Piaget's theory of development describe how this theory can be applied to your life development from birth to the current stage of your life development. Include information about various things that have impacted your life course - both positive and negative - i.e. graduating high school, moving to Canada, losing employment, losing a family member or close friend, etc. What impact did each event have on your life-course at the time it occurred and how did you overcome it?
B. Discuss the process of grieving as it pertains to the needs and responses of differing developmental stages from childhood through to older adulthood. How does mode of death impact grieving? What role do grief rituals play?
C. Describe the eating disorders bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa. Identify the symptoms or health conditions associated with each disorder. Which teens are most at risk for developing an eating disorder? How does a teen's body image relate to the risk for an eating disorder?
D. Discuss criminality and anti-social behaviour patterns among Canadian youth. Describe the moral reasoning abilities and other characteristics of young people who commit criminal offences. What are the trends, sub-groups, causes, risk factors, and consequences of this social problem? What stand does the Youth Criminal Justice Act take toward youth criminality
E. What characteristics typify the relationships of children in middle childhood? Describe children's relationships and give examples to illustrate middle-childhood friendships, interaction styles, gendered relationships, and patterns of aggression.
F. You have been asked to make a presentation to a local community group about teen sexuality and pregnancy. In preparation for your presentation, develop responses to the following questions: What factors or circumstances predict adolescent sexual activity and teenage pregnancy? What factors or circumstances reduce the likelihood of adolescent sexual behaviour and pregnancy? What are health risks associated with sexual activity among teens? The information is to be put in a word document.
G. Summarize the defining features, symptoms, and progression of Alzheimer's disease. Identify the incidence, prevalence, risk factors of the disorder.
H. How does the experience of widowhood affect the survivors' physical and mental health? Compare women's and men's experiences of widowhood. How does culture affect the experience of widowhood.