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Developmental Stages

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The sixth key component of the PAR Model is the concept of the developmental stages. The PAR Model is applied to individuals and their environments in terms of general developmental stages.

For example, the physical needs of a newborn are significantly different for an elder nearing death; the emotional needs of a teen can include elements which are not present in the emotional body of someone in mid-life.

Brain development is a central factor in human growth. Perceptions of "reality" change significantly during this process as emotions, logical functioning, and impulse mitigation develops.

BRAIN DEVELOPMENT
Approximate Ages At Which the Human Brain Develops

For those at risk of violence, assessment can reveal which developmental stage challenges they face. Response protocols for removing the inhibitors to healthy development can then be developed. Within each developmental stage, there are skills to master before the more advanced skills of later stages can be undertaken.

For example, a 35 year old individual may have a number of behaviors that are typical of a five year old. These are first identified, then resolved so that the the person can move to the next stage. The process continues until the individual is competent at making healthy adult choices.

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