Autonomy Flashcards
What is the definition of autonomy?
gradually gain a form of control over oneself and one’s life
What is adolescent independence-seeking a consequence of?
sexual and physical maturation
What does puberty do when developing autonomy?
it drives the adolescent away from exclusive emotional dependence on the family
What does being autonomous involve?
- the ability to consider other people’s perspective
- reason in more sophisticated ways
- foresee future consequences
Why are the cognitive changes of adolescence important?
they are important because it helps develop a system of values based on 1’s own sense of right and wrong
What are the 3 types of autonomy?
- emotional
- behavioral
- cognitive
What autonomy is the establishment of more adultlike and less childish close relationships with family members and peers?
emotional autonomy
What is behavioral autonomy?
the capacity to make independent decisions and to follow through with them
What autonomy is the establishment of an independent set of values, opinions, and beliefs?
cognitive autonomy
What does more sophisticated reasoning lead to in adolescents?
they are able to hold multiple viewpoints in mind and allows them to compare different perspectives
What are some situations when peers are helpful?
short-term, day-to-day, and social matters
When are parents helpful?
long-term questions
How does the parent adolescent relationship change when they are trying to be autonomous?
- older teens don’t rush to their parents when upset, worried, or need help
- they don’t see parents as all-knowing
- teens emotional energy is invested in other relationships
What is detachment?
the process through which adolescents sever emotional attachments to their parents or other authority figures
What is individuation?
the progressive sharpening of an individual’s sense of being an autonomous, independent
What does individuation entail?
relinquishing childish dependencies on parents in favor of more mature, responsible relationships
What does de-idealization involve?
-removing parents from their pedestals
When does de-idealization develop?
young adulthood
What does the development of autonomy resulting in different psychological effects depend on?
closeness of the parent-child relationship
What are two traits that teens who are psychological healthier have?
autonomy and closeness
What are the two models that triggers individuation?
- changes in adolescent’s appearance provoke changes in how adolescents views self and how parents view teen
- cognitive development stimulates movement toward individuation
Teens whose parents impede the individuation process are more likely to be…..
psychologically distress
How is the mental health of teens whose parents provide support for their autonomy?
better than others
What is psychological control?
parenting that attempts to control the adolescent’s emotions and opinions
What things do authoritative parents help foster?
responsibility, self-esteem, and positive mental health
How do authoritarian parents see their child’s emotional independence?
as rebellious and disrespectful
