PSYC 3404 Chapter Notes - Chapter 10: Bride Price, Basal Metabolic Rate, Thymus
25 Apr 2017
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3 most important markers of the transition to adulthood are: accepting responsibility for oneself, making independent decisions, becoming nancially independent. Basal metabolic rate (bmr): amount of energy the body uses when at rest: declines starting at age 25. Aerobic exercise: exercise that involves vigorous movement that substantially elevates the heart rate for at least 30 minutes. Endorphins: brain chemicals that provide a pleasurable feeling and increase well-being. Expertise: extensive knowledge and skills in a speci c eld. Creativity: ability to put ideas or materials together in new, culturally meaningful ways. Erikson"s theory in young adulthood: intimacy vs. isolation. The central emotional and psychosocial issue is to unite the newly formed identity with another person in an enduring, committed, intimate relationship. Sternberg"s theory: triangular theory of love. Different types of love involve combining 3 fundamental qualities in different ways. Top traits in mate selection throughout the world x x: male top 5:
