Question

4. LIFE AND CAREER STAGES
Complete the following table by comparing the life tasks and challenges of the early, middle and late adulthood life stages. 3 x 2 = 6 marks

LIFE STAGE KEY LIFE TASKS/CHALLENGES
Early adulthood life stage

Any 2 x 1 = 2
Middle adulthood life stage

Any 2 x 1 = 2
Late adulthood life stage

Any 2 x 1 = 2

Answer 1

Here's the completed table comparing the life tasks and challenges of early, middle, and late adulthood stages:

| LIFE STAGE | KEY LIFE TASKS/CHALLENGES |
|----------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| Early adulthood life stage | 1. Establishing personal and financial independence |
| | 2. Forming intimate relationships and starting a family |
| Middle adulthood life stage | 1. Balancing work and family responsibilities |
| | 2. Managing career advancement and facing mid-life transitions |
| Late adulthood life stage | 1. Coping with aging and potential health issues |
| | 2. Reflecting on life accomplishments and finding meaning in retirement |

This table highlights some of the key life tasks and challenges faced during each stage of adulthood.