Chapter 16: psychosocial development in adolescence Flashcards
1
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what is Erikson’s stage 5: identity vs role confusion? (3)
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- identity statuses: diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, achievement
- self concept: self perceptions more accurate, more differentiated, ethnicity, sexuality
- self esteem: gradual improvement, emotional support from parents and peers is important
2
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relationship with parents in adolescence (3)
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- changing relationship: spend less time together, compromise
- secure attachment: less high risk behaviours, fewer mental health issues, better social skills, better coping skills
- close with parents (most are): more self-reliance, higher self esteem, higher academic performance, fewer adjustment problems
3
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peers in adolescence (3)
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- peer groups: clique
- online: attachment matters
- dating: fun, enhance prestige, intimacy
4
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sexuality in adolescence (5)
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- sexual identity steps for LGBTQ
- masturbation
- sexual behaviours
- teenage pregnancy
- STI’s
5
Q
what are the sexual identity steps? (4)
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- attraction to same sex
- self labelling as LGBTQ
- sexual contact with same sex
- disclosure of sexual orientation
6
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masturbation in adolescence (2)
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normal activity, most common sexual activity in adolescence
7
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sexual behaviour in adolescence (8)
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- teens dating earlier
- dating increases chance of sexual behaviour
- contraceptive
- sex ed is important
- internet porn
- sexting
- parental influence
- peer influence
8
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teenage pregnancy (2)
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- little education and no contraception
- why no contraceptives? age, money, pressure, invincibility, knowledge, stigma
9
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STI’s (7)
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- gonorrhea
- syphilis
- chlamydia
- herpes
- HIV
- HPV
- pubic lice
10
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antisocial behaviours and juvenile delinquency (3)
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- youth crime rate is on the decline since 2006
- risks: socio-economic deprivation, lack of parental supervision)
- prevention and rehabilitation (increase competence, empower, sports)
