Human growth and development follows a predictable path, but every stage brings its own physical, cognitive, and emotional milestones. Understanding these stages is key for recognizing what’s normal, what may signal a delay, and how to best support patients and families at each point in life. In this lesson, we’ll walk through the major stages of development, highlighting the milestones you need to know and the red flags that guide clinical care.
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Video Timestamps:
00:02 The video discusses stages of development from birth to adult age and the entire lifespan.
01:21 Developmental stage from birth to 7-9 months
02:38 Transition from sensory motor to pre-operational stage.
03:51 Stages of Development in Adolescence and Adulthood
05:15 Stages of Development: Trust & Autonomy
06:23 Supportive caregivers lead to confident children taking initiative
07:36 Teenagers developing values and beliefs
08:50 Different stages of development and their corresponding psychological needs
08:50 Different stages of development and their corresponding psychological needs