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[Secular acceleration in psychological and somatic trends. A review]
1Abteilung Kinderneuropsychiatrie des Bereichs Medizin der Wilhelm-Pieck-Universität Rostock.
Arztliche Jugendkunde
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Secular acceleration in psychic and somatic development shows trends in growth, puberty, and sexual behavior. This review discusses these changes and their impact on personality, attributing them to genetic and ecological factors.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Human Biology
- Behavioral Science
Context:
- Review of empirical studies on secular trends over the past two decades.
- Focus on changes in physical and psychological development.
- Examination of growth, puberty, and sexual behavior patterns.
Purpose:
- To analyze the secular acceleration of psychic and somatic development.
- To discuss the implications for personality development.
- To interpret the underlying causes of these developmental trends.
Summary:
- Empirical evidence indicates a secular acceleration in human development.
- Observed trends include earlier puberty, altered growth patterns, and changes in sexual behavior and mental capacity.
- These changes are discussed in relation to their potential consequences for personality formation.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the complex interplay of genetic and ecological factors influencing human development.
- Highlights the dynamic nature of developmental trajectories across generations.
- Informs future research on developmental psychology and public health.