Factors Shaping Human Growth and Development
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Factors Shaping Human Growth and Development
Learning Aim B: Investigate factors that affect human growth and development Year 11 Health and Social Care Understanding the interrelated nature of developmental influences
Success Factors Discussion
Think about a successful sports person like David Beckham or Jessica Ennis-Hill What factors contributed to their success? Consider: Physical abilities, Environment, Culture, Life stages, Training, Support systems
Physical Factors in Development
Genetic inheritance from parents Physical characteristics and abilities Health conditions and predispositions Growth patterns and body composition Motor skills and coordination
Inherited Features Activity
Look around the room at your classmates Identify physical features that are clearly inherited from parents Examples: Eye color, hair texture, height, facial features Discuss: Which traits can we see? Which are hidden?
Environmental and Social Factors
Family structure and relationships Socioeconomic status and opportunities Education and learning environments Cultural background and traditions Peer influences and social networks Geographic location and community
Life Stages and Development
How do developmental needs change across life stages? What challenges and opportunities exist at each stage? How do earlier experiences affect later development?
Negative Factors: Substance Use Impact
Binge drinking effects on brain development Smoking impact on physical growth Drug use consequences for mental health Long-term effects on life opportunities Impact on relationships and social development
Understanding Interconnected Development
'Human development is shaped by the complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and social factors throughout our lives.'