Life Stages and PIES Development
The development journey encompasses multiple life stages, each characterized by distinct physical, intellectual, emotional, and social changes.
Definition: PIES represents the four key areas of human development - Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social development.
Early Childhood 3−8years:
- Physical development focuses on motor skills development
- Social skills develop through play and peer interactions
- Intellectual growth marked by curiosity and questioning
- Emotional development centers on forming attachments
Example: During early childhood, children progress from holding toys to riding tricycles, demonstrating physical development milestones.
Adolescence 9−18years:
- Physical development marked by puberty
- Social development includes forming peer relationships
- Emotional challenges related to self-image
- Intellectual growth includes logical thinking development
Highlight: Gender-specific changes occur during puberty, with girls experiencing menstruation and breast development, while boys develop facial hair.
Early Adulthood 19−45years:
- Peak physical fitness period
- Social expansion through groups and relationships
- Career and knowledge application focus
- Family-centered development
Middle Adulthood 46−65years:
- Women experience menopause
- Men may experience hair loss
- Social development through continued relationship building
- Knowledge application in new ways
Late Adulthood 65+years:
- Declining mobility
- Increased dependence on others
- Security linked to relationships and income
- Continued social engagement despite physical limitations
Vocabulary: Menopause - The natural biological process marking the end of menstrual cycles in women, typically occurring in middle adulthood.
