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Adolescence

Adolescence. Child Psychology PSYC 333 Dennis Karpowitz. Changes During Adolescence. “Oh no, I’m becoming a woman (or man).” or “Finally!” Biological Changes Growth spurt Hormones less regulated at first Females - Beginning of menstrual cycle – 28 days

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Adolescence

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  1. Adolescence • Child Psychology • PSYC 333 • Dennis Karpowitz

  2. Changes During Adolescence • “Oh no, I’m becoming a woman (or man).” or “Finally!” • Biological Changes • Growth spurt • Hormones less regulated at first • Females - Beginning of menstrual cycle – 28 days • Males – Hormonal cycles, very irregular

  3. Changes 2 • “The world, government, my parents have flaws.” • Cognitive development – Formal Operations • Abstract cognitive operations • Idealism • Limited memory dysfunction in early adolescence

  4. Changes 3 • “How on earth do I talk with girls (boys)?” • Social Development • Social Competence • Hanging out – “Is this a date?” • Social identity

  5. Changes 4 • “I can do it myself. I’m old enough.” • Autonomy • Demonstrate responsible behavior • Continuous process • Is total autonomy appropriate for adolescence? • Goals?

  6. Changes 5 • “What am I going to become?” • Vocational competence • Is there a vocation for me? • Can I qualify? • What do I need to do now? • Is post high school education/training essential?

  7. Changes 6 • “Who am I going to become?” • Personal Identity “What kind of a person do I want to be?” • Value Identity “What do I value?” What is good/bad?” • Identity vs. • Identity diffusion • Negative identity

  8. Stages of Identity Development • From the work of James Marcia • Identity diffused No commitment or attempt, not ready • Identity foreclosed Adoption of other’s values – no struggle • Identity moratorium Crisis, current struggle to develop identity • Identity Achieved Commitment to a personal sense of identity.

  9. Myths of Adolescence • The conflict of generations • Sexual promiscuity • Carefree hedonism • “Storm and stress” greater in adolescence.

  10. Parenting Adolescents • Authoritative parenting style best • Freedom and responsibility • Steadily “let go” • Support adolescence in their worthy activities • Listen, listen, listen, talk, listen, listen.

  11. For Adolescents • Find areas of strength and interest and pursue them • Choose friendships carefully • Don’t run ahead of the “game” • Engage in age-appropriate activities • Stay busy in worthwhile activities • Be kind to yourself • There’s a lot to learn about self and others..

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