Human development
Human Development
Human development (/hjuːˈmæn dɪˈvɛləpmənt/) is a multidimensional concept encompassing the physiological, psychological, and sociocultural changes that occur from conception to death. It is a continuous process that involves growth, maturation, and adaptation to the environment.
Etymology
The term "human development" is derived from the Latin words "humanus" meaning human and "developmentum" meaning development. It was first used in the mid-19th century to describe the process of growth and change in human beings.
Related Terms
- Growth: The physical changes that occur as an organism matures.
- Maturation: The process of becoming mature or fully developed.
- Adaptation: The process of adjusting to new or changing environments.
- Conception: The beginning of pregnancy, when a sperm fertilizes an egg.
- Death: The end of life.
- Physiological: Pertaining to the normal functioning of an organism.
- Psychological: Pertaining to the mind or mental processes.
- Sociocultural: Pertaining to the social and cultural aspects of human life.
See Also
- Human Growth and Development
- Developmental Psychology
- Life Span Development
- Child Development
- Adolescent Development
- Adult Development
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Human development
- Wikipedia's article - Human development
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