Social and Emotional Development in Adolescence Chapter 12

Social and Emotional Development in Adolescence Chapter 12

Erikson Identity vs. Identity Confusion n n Identity crisis-temporary period of confusion and distress as they experiment with alternatives before settling on values and goals (identity exploration) Identity confusion-shallow and directionless n Due to conflicts resolved negatively or society restricts choices

Table 12. 1 n Identity statuses

Identity Development n n n Cultural and ethnic identity Career identity Gender identity Self identity Autonomy

Family and Teens n Parenting styles that involve listening, asking clarifying questions and higherlevel reasoning is more effective than n Threats, sarcastic remarks

Peer relationships n n Average at least 18 hours per week with peers Friendships-intimacy Loyal Close friendships assist with self exploration, understanding of others, stress of teen years, and school stress

Cliques and Crowds n n Cliques-small group of close or good friends Crowd-loosely organized group of several cliques and others Dating-apart of teen life; assist teens in learning about people, love relationships, etiquette, culture and cooperation Peer pressure-pressure to conform-seen in dress grooming and participation in social activities

Problems in Teen Years n n n Depression Suicide Delinquency Drug Abuse At Risk