Chapter 9 Development: Module 29

Question 1

Adolescence

Answer 1

The developmental stage between childhood and adulthood.

Question 2

Puberty

Answer 2

The period at which maturation of the sexual organs occurs, usually beginning at approximately age 11 to 12 for girls and age 13 to 14 for boys.

Question 3

Indentity-versus-role-confusion stage

Answer 3

According to Erikson, a time in adolescence of major testing to determine one’s unique qualities.

Question 4

Identity

Answer 4

The distinguishing character of the individual: Who each of us is, what our roles are, and what we are capable of.

Question 5

Intimacy-versus-isolation stage

Answer 5

According to Erikson, a period during early adulthood that focuses on developing close relationships.

Question 6

Generativity-versus-stagnation stage

Answer 6

According to Erikson, a period in the middle adulthood during which we take stock of our contributions to family and society.

Question 7

Ego-integrity-versus-despair stage

Answer 7

According to Erikson, a period from late adulthood until death when we review life’s accomplishments and failures.