History Of Adolescence Flashcards
Early vs. Late
Early 10-13
Late 14-17
Adolescence is…
The period after puberty begins and before adult roles are taken on.
Culturally constructed
A fairly new term coming into common usage in the early 20th century
A cultural construct
All cultures recognize adolescence as a life period.
The length content and daily experience differ across culture.
Different cultures define adult status roles and responsibilities differently.
Fundamental universal changes
Biology- onset of puberty
Cognition- the emergence of more advanced thinking capabilities
Social roles- transition into new social roles
Industrial revolution
Legislation prohibiting child labor.
The age of adolescent years
1890-1920
Contributing factors to the age of adolescence
Industrial revolution
Requirements for children to attend secondary schooling
Adolescence as a distinct field of scholarship
G stanley hall
Child study movement
Founder of the study of adol. Wrote the first textbook
Recapitulation
Storm and stress
Child study movement
Research to better the lives of children and adolescence
Recapitulation
Development of an individual reenacts evolution of human species
Storm and stress
Upheaval and disorder is a normal part of adol. Development
Emerging adulthood
Legally an adult at age 18
Characterized by increasing individualism
Age span of 18-25 years
Only exists in some cultures
Individualism
Accepting responsibility for oneself
Making independent decisions
Self sufficient
Becoming financially independent
Five characteristics of individualism relevant to emerging adulthood
Age of identity exploration Self focused age Age of instability Age of possibilities Age of feeling in between
Storm and stress debate
Risks peak during adolescence
Majority don’t engage in risky behaviors to extent media or popular perceptions depict
