Lifespan Development III: Development in Adulthood — DU B.Sc. (Prog.) Home Science Previous Year Question Papers

1. Describe the stage of intimacy versus isolation. Discuss gender and sexuality in Indian context for young adults by giving suitable examples to support your answer. (6,12) 2. Elaborate on physical and physiological changes in young adulthood. Explain the factors influencing on physical and physiological changes. (8,10) 3. Describe the importance of career and family in middle adulthood. Analyze impact of leisure activities on mental health and emotional well-being within middle adults. (8,10) 4. Define cognitive development. Explain the cognitive development and changes that occur during middle adulthood. (18) 5. Enlist the developmental tasks of middle adulthood years. With examples from the Indian context explain why this age group is referred to as the sandwich generation? (18) 6. Explain the socio-emotional changes during late adulthood. Discuss how culture and religion influence aging in India. (18) 7. Discuss some theories that can explain the process of aging in the late adulthood years. What are some of the factors that can influence aging and how can the individual cope with the aging process? (18) 8. Write a brief note on any three the following : (6,6,6) (a) Grand Parenting in middle adulthood (b) Alzheimer's disease and Dementia (c) Creativity in early adulthood. (d) Death and grief (e) Emerging Adulthood