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Prenatal Care
My mother was not exposed to pollutants or radiation, she did not use any medicinal drugs, she had no diseases and there was no use of teratogens. She was healthy and took good care of herself during this time, but she was 40 years of age. -
Birth
Born in Pontiac, Michigan
It was a natural birth and I was not small for my gestational age. -
First Two Years: Biosocial Development
I was a very well taken care of by mother who was the principal caretaker. I was the third child and my mother was a trained nurse so she had experience. My physical development was normal and there were no significant diseases or accidents. I was given breast milk and formula. -
First Two Years: Cognitive Development
My mother and siblings provided stimulus and helped foster interactions that aided in the development of my sensorimotor intelligence. I was exposed to two different languages simultaneously. -
First Two Years: Psychosocial Development
My Emotional Development was healthy because I was not in an environment that caused distress or fear. My mother states that my temperment was extremely good and that I was an easy and good baby. There was Secure Attachment due to the positive and strong bond that my mother provided. My social references involved my siblings, my father but he had a small role at this point, my grandfather and very close family friends. Therefore, the quality of care was consistent and solid. -
Play Years: Biosocial Development
I developed normally during these years and I was not obese. My diet was balanced. I had to remain at the table until all of my food was finished during dinner, this included all vegetables. We moved into a larger home on the lake, thus I played even more outside during all seasons. I began taking classical ballet classes. There were no injuries and or abuse. -
Play Years: Cognitive Development
I started Kindergarten at the age of 5 and this was my first schooling experience. My siblings and mother provided guided participation and scaffolding learning. Example, my brother and I washed the cars together, by showing me what brushes and sponges to use. I was still exposed to two languages and Saturday classes involved structural learning of this second language. -
Play Years: Psychosocial Development
The parenting style that was dominant in the home was authoritarian and my father was also very strict. My mother did her best to raise my self-esteem with her love and encouragment. However, I believe that my self-esteem and self-concept were impacted due to my father's authoritarian style. It did not help that I was also a shy, quiet and sensitive child. -
First Experience of Death
My grandfather died, he was my only grandparent. A sense of loss is understood. -
School Years: Psychosocial Development
My family was nuclear and the basic necessities were met, learning was encouraged and there was a normal amount of harmony and stability in the house. However, my father's Authoritarian Style began to affect me and the issue of internalization and self-control were emerging. The pressure of having to look and act like the perfect child for my parents especially my father was mounting. -
School Years: Biosocial Development
My health remained healthy and I was still not an obese child. My father purchased a farm so the meat, poultry and dairy products were very organic. During these year's the only serious illness I suffered from was Chicken Pox. I also continued with my Ballet Classes. -
School Years: Cognitive Development
My parents were not able to help me with schoolwork like most parents do today. I was still exposed to the second language at home and continuing with my Saturday classes. Yet, due to my bilingual skill and my shyness, the school placed me into a slow learning group. It was detrimental to my self-esteem. Then in the following year when they raised me into the average class, they commended me on how I did such a good job over the summer reading books, eventhough I knew I did not read a lot. -
Adolescence: Biosocial Development
Puberty started at 12 years of age. No signifcant physiological problems. Ballet stopped, involved in school athletics. Due to good diet at home, no obesity. Health is good. Yet, there is an issue of controlling how much I eat and it is a reflection of the lack of control in my own life. -
Adolescence: Cognitive Development
Egocentrisim revolved around more of an imaginary audience. More Intuitive thinking is used. Rigorous Secondary education begins, a private school. -
Adolescence: Psychosocial Development
Identity is not successfully achieved. There is a foreclosure. Peer pressure is not an issue. Peer selection is achieved. Friendship of both sexes is evident. Romantic relationships are not allowed. -
Emerging Adulthood: Biosocial Development
Diet continues to be important, less concerned with controlling it because I am away at school. Exercize is not as structured. No excessive drinking, no drugs and no smoking. Issue now of weight gain, Hashimoto Syndrome is diagnosed. -
Emerging Adulthood: Cognitive Development
Due to studies there is a Mythic-Literal Faith emphasis. Graduate NYU. -
Emerging Adulthood: Psychosocial Development
Intimacy is garnered through close friendships. Romantic relations are not encouraged and perceived to not be allowed. Sense of self or of identity is beginning. Father's influence is still stong, felt obligated and pressured to do his bidding still. -
Date of Wedding
It is a homogamy arrangement and I met my husband through friends of my parents. -
Adulthood: Biosocial Development
Marriage and work life cause diet and exercise to not be as regular. Some weight gain especially with birth of two boys via cesarean sections. Hashimoto Syndrome leads to infertility problems which are corrected. After children are born, development of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Sexual activity begins with marriage. -
Birth of First Child
Birth of first child who is a son. Cesarean section is performed. Post-Partum depression occurs. Fullfillment in becoming a mother is enjoyed. -
Adulthood: Cognitive Development
Practical knowledge is more dependent due to kids. Due to factors of increased responsibilities, limit of time and age, selective optimization occurs. -
Birth of Second Child
Birth of second child who is also a boy occurs. Some post-partum depression but not as significant as with the first baby. -
Death of Friend
This is a significant grief which causes a transforming experience. It is the tragic and unexpected loss of a very close female friend whom I have known for over 20 years. -
Adulthood: Psychosocial Development
Intimacy is attained thru friendships and marriage. Concerns of future caregiving to parents begins to take precedence. Empty nest syndrome occurs. Working on a "sturdier self "is emphasized. -
Late Adulthood: Biosocial Development
Health involves no smoking, no drugs. Exercize and diet are now regular and healthy. Development of cardiovascular disease continues.. Rheumatoid Arthritis has progressed. Skin and hair have aged. Vision is progressively worsening.Less muscle mass and height has shortened, oseteopenia happens. More wear and tear on body. Young-old attitude is adopted. -
Death of Parents
Death of parents brings grief. Yet the grief is shared and the bond between siblings is stentgthened. -
Late Adulthood: Cognitive Development
Thinking process has slowed down and the use of and understanding of the senses is also slower. Yet, I have done my life review and widsom has been achieved. Artistic creativity is cultivated extensively. -
Late Adulthood: Psychosocial Development
Joy of retirement is experienced. Social connections are strong and vital. I am an involved grandparent. Self-theory is strong and integrity is incorporated into my life. -
Death of Husband
I become a widow. I am independent and my social bonds with friends and family strengthen. -
Death
Due to advanced age death occurs due to congestive heart failure. Yet, acceptance and the peace that equates with it and the self-actualization realized is attained before death.