Psych 600 Wk 6 Summative Assessment

Scenario Imagine you are a volunteer at a local skilled nursing facility, where you interact with residents and assist with daily activities. To celebrate Older Americans month (celebrated in May), the facility would like to showcase one of their residents and highlight the psychological developmental stages of early, mid-, and late adulthood. You have decided to interview Sophie, one of the residents, and then write a life review article focusing on her life experiences and the challenges she faced during adult development. This article will be featured in the facility’s monthly newsletter. About Sophie Early Adulthood (19–29 years) Sophie entered early adulthood with a fresh college degree, big dreams, and ambitions! She moved to the city right after graduation, ready to dive into her career. Unfortunately, like many, she faced the challenge of securing a stable job. After months of applying for jobs and barely hearing back, she began to struggle with self-doubt as she watched some of her friends advancing in their careers. The fear of not being able to support herself was always on her mind. Sophie decided to push herself, taking on a variety of temporary jobs and internships so she could build experience and network. Fortunately, this paid off as it helped her land a full-time position in her dream field of advertising. However, this time was difficult for Sophie as she was trying to find her new identity, build a sense of independence and confidence, and develop strong friendships. Mid-Adulthood (30–64 years) When Sophie reached mid-adulthood, life had shifted, and this new phase of life brought a different set of challenges. She was now married, had two children, and had a successful career, but the pressure of “having it all” became overwhelming at times. Sophie often found herself torn between her family commitments, professional responsibilities, and her social life. After months of feeling burnt out and stressed, she realized that she wasn’t taking care of her own health and mental well-being. The key challenge was reminding herself that it was okay to ask for help. So, after a conversation with her husband, she decided to prioritize what was most important—her family and health. She started setting better boundaries with work, delegating tasks with her family, and exercising regularly. She regained control of her life and found a healthier work-life balance. Late Adulthood (65+ years) Sophie found her late adulthood years full of different, but no less significant challenges. Once an avid hiker, Sophie began to feel frustrated with the physical limitations that came from aging, such as low energy, joint pain, and overall discomfort. She had to learn new ways to stay active, like taking shorter walks around her neighborhood. Her memory was no longer as sharp as it once was, and she struggled with the loss of her husband and some close friends. This new feeling of loneliness and grief made Sophie feel isolated at times, but she was reminded she would have to adapt and find new ways to cope. Rather than withdraw, Sophie decided to join a book club to stay connected. She found joy in the little things, like spending time with her grandchildren. Her biggest lesson of this period was accepting the unknown and finding peace in what she could still do, rather than what she couldn’t. Preparation Prepare responses as if you interviewed Sophie. These responses will help inform your article. Answer the following interview questions based on Sophie’s summary of her life as best as you can: • Tell me about your childhood, family, and school life. How did your early years impact your life leading into early adulthood? • What do you remember about the place where you grew up? How did this impact, if at all, where you chose to settle down? • What was your first job? Do you have any wishes that you had taken an alternative career path? • What's your happiest memory? • At what ages (or stages) did you notice that you were getting older? Discuss cognitive and physical changes. • Have you ever experienced any negative attitudes or discrimination because of your age? Please explain. • What is the most important historical event or period you have lived through? How did it influence you personally? • What did you do for fun during early adulthood (19–29 years), mid-adulthood (30–64 years), late adulthood (65 onward)? • How are young people today different from when you were their age? • What advice or words of wisdom would you give young people to help them prepare for their old age? Assessment Deliverable Write a 700- to 875-word life review article for the facility’s monthly newsletter incorporating your responses to the provided questions or to questions you created on your own. PLEASE USE HEADINGS TO SEPARATE SECTIONS!!! Your article should be based on the fictional individual answering the interview prompts and explaining their life experiences. The goal of this article is to gain a better understanding of the aging population, showcasing the developmental stages through the adult life-span by including specific examples from “Erik Erikson’s Stages of Psychosocial Development” from Simply Psychology. In your article: • Explain the specific changes in psychological developmental stages during early adulthood, mid-adulthood, and late adulthood. Be sure to include some examples from Sophie, relating to theories we have discussed in the readings and discussions this week, including: • Early adulthood (ages 18–40): Discuss changes on topics such as identity formation, independence, intimacy, career development, and forming close and meaningful relationships. • Mid-adulthood (ages 40–65): Discuss changes on topics such as career transitions, personal growth, parenting, and coping with aging. • Late adulthood (ages 65+): Discuss the changes on topics such as reflection on life, adjusting to physical changes, retirement, coping with the loss of loved ones, and seeking meaning and satisfaction in their lives. • Discuss some of the developmental challenges Sophie experienced during adulthood and how she successfully addressed or overcame these issues. • Explain what changes, if any, have occurred in your perception of older adults. Be sure to answer the following: • What did you think before? • What do you think now? • Are there any words of wisdom that you learned? • Explain how Sophie’s experiences and attitudes tie in with theoretical considerations, including Erikson’s theory of ego integrity versus despair and Kübler-Ross’s theory of death’s stages. PLEASE USE HEADINGS TO SEPARATE SECTIONS!!! Cite at least 2 peer-reviewed, scholarly, or similar references. Format your citations and references according to APA guidelines. Submit your assessment.