Reciprocating Self

Question 1

Adolescence

Answer 1

Independent, autonomous, differentiated and individuates, explore different activities, behaviors and dress

Identity formation - essential for the emergence of reciprocating self, successful adaption to identity crises

Differentiation - young people wrestle with personal beliefs, values and goals, boundaries with families, peers and romantic partners

Question 2

Adolescence Continued

Answer 2

Experiment with different identities, beliefs

Formulate own short and long term goals

Risk taking/rebellion

Emerging Relationally - sense of self that emerges enables the young person to be find entering into relationships with peers, parents and other adults

Thriving - young person makes the most of his/her own potential and circumstances