Topic 1 - Physical Self - Final
Topic 1 - Physical Self - Final
Topic 1 - Physical Self - Final
THREE PERIODS:
1.Germinal Period
(Conception – 2 weeks)
1.Embryonic Periods
(2 to 8 weeks after conception)
3. Fetal Period (2 to 9 months)
Germinal Period
✓prenatal development that
takes place in the first two
weeks after conception.
It includes:
a) the creation of the zygote;
✓ prenatal development occurs 2 to 8 weeks after conception. The zygote will become embryo.
The following development takes place:
➢ Cell differentiation intensifies
➢ Life-support systems for the embryo develop
➢ Organ appear (organogenesis)
Cell Differentiation Intensifies
3 Layers of the cells:
➢ Endoderm- inner layer
of the cell. (Digestive &
Respiratory System)
➢ Ectoderm- outermost
layer (nervous, sensory
receptors and skin parts)
➢ Mesoderm- middle layer
(Circulatory, Skeletal,
Muscular, Excretory &
Reproductive System)
Three life-support systems:
Subdivisions of Infancy:
a. Period of the Partunate or from the
time the fetal body has emerged from the
mother’s body and lasts until the umbilical
cord has been cut and tied.
There are several theories that can help explain the physical
self.
• Physiognomy
• Theory of Jean Haner
• Caesar Lombroso's Theory of the "born criminal"
• William Sheldon's body type theory
• Hippocrates' theory of the bodily fluids
Suggests that a person's
physical characteristic such
as facial features and body
structures could be related
or may be able to explain a
person's character or
personality.
Suggests that a person's
physical characteristic such
as facial features and body
structures could be related
or may be able to explain a
person's character or
personality.
e.g. oval-shaped faces
are generally hospitable
and tactful and people
with round-shaped faces
tend to be friendly,
kindhearted, and
selfless.
suggests that
criminals can be
anatomically identified
basing on their
facial features
Bulimia Nervosa
beauty is portrayed in women with
slim, high waist, narrow hips, and
long black hair.
considered flat
considered noses to be the
chubby, fat, or most attractive
plump women
beautiful.
Beauty is considered important
throughout history. This is because
these features indicate youth, health,
good genes, and fertility.
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The Physical Self
However. . . . .
"... and now you thought beauty
was the outward show - but now
you know the truth, my love - it's
always been the inner fire.
John Geddes
Have a great day ahead.