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What is emerging adulthood?
Proposed transitional period between adolescence and adulthood.
What is alcoholism (according to the Human Development textbook)?
Chronic disease involving dependence on use of alcohol, causing intereference with normal functioning and fulfillment of obligations.
What is premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
Disorder producing symptoms of physical discomfort and emotional tension for up to two weeks before a menstrual period.
What is infertility?
The inability to conceive after 12 months of trying.
What is reflective thinking?
Type of logical thinking tha tmay emerge in adulthood, involving continuous, active evaluation of information and beliefs in the light of evidence and implications.
What is postformal thought?
Mature type of thinking that relies on subjective experience and intuition as well as logic and is useful in dealing with ambiguity, uncertainty, incosistency, contradiction, imperfection, and compromise.
What is emotional intelligence (EI)?
Salovey and Mayer's term for ability to understand and regulate emotions; an important component of effective, intelligent behavior.