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10: Social and Emotional Development in Adolescence (Ages 12 to 18)
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10.0: What Does Psychology Say?
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The text depicts a scene where twelve-year-old Madeleine interacts with her mother, showcasing typical adolescent behavior such as seeking independence and fitting in with peers. As Madeleine joins her friends, her mother, Cara, reflects on her daughter's growing independence and questions about adolescence, such as fitting in, social media influence, and adequate nutrition. The text introduces a chapter on lifespan development, focusing on adolescent concerns and behaviors.
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10.1: Theories of Adolescent Socioemotional Development
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The passage explores the complexities of adolescence, focusing on identity development and the transition to adulthood. It highlights the rapid changes during adolescence, including cognitive, emotional, and social development. The text discusses cultural variations in adolescent experiences and how identity exploration is central to this life stage.
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10.2: Emotional and Self-Development in Adolescence
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The page outlines key aspects of emotional development in adolescence, covering topics like emotional intelligence (EI), self-regulation, self-concept, self-esteem, and body image. Adolescents develop EI by recognizing and managing their emotions, aided by authoritative parenting. Self-regulation enhances behavior management. The self-concept evolves from concrete to abstract traits, impacting self-esteem and peer relationships.
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10.3: Identity and Culture- Race/Ethnicity, Gender, and Sexuality in Adolescence
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This section outlines the development of ethnic, multicultural, gender, and sexual identities during adolescence. It explores how adolescents establish their identity through interactions with various social groups and discusses the value of developing a positive ethnic or racial identity. It highlights how different ethnic groups, including Black, Latino, Asian American, and Native American, navigate identity formation.
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10.4: Social Contexts in Adolescence
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This page covers the role of peers, romantic relationships, and media in adolescent development. It highlights the cognitive, social, and emotional growth during adolescence, influenced by peer interactions, romantic relationships, and educational contexts. Specific topics include the dynamics of friendships, the significance of romantic relationships, media usage, screen time, and the impact of social media on adolescents.
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10.5: Family and Community Contexts in Adolescence
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This section discusses the impact of parenting styles on adolescent development, highlighting the authoritative style as beneficial for promoting positive outcomes like self-concept and academic competence. It considers the dynamics of parent-adolescent conflict, noting that it often results from teens??? developing autonomy and reasoning skills. Family structure also influences adolescent well-being, with two-parent households typically faring better due to socioeconomic factors.
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10.6: Key Terms
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10.7: Summary
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10.8: Review Questions
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10.9: Check Your Understanding Questions
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10.10: Personal Application Questions
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10.11: Essay Questions
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