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lifespan perspective
lifespan perspective The lifespan perspective is a view of development as a process that continues throughout life and involves both growth and decline in psychological characteristics.
The lifespan perspective is a view of development as a process that continues throughout life and involves both growth and decline in psychological characteristics. It holds that with age, some abilities tend to decrease while others, such as accumulated knowledge and skills, may stay stable or improve, and that motives and goals can also change over time.