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What is the primary driver of adolescent brain development, according to recent research?
What is the primary driver of adolescent brain development, according to recent research?
- Pruning and refinement of neural connections (correct)
- Social and environmental influences
- Hormonal changes triggered by puberty
- Genetic predisposition
Which of the following is a characteristic of adolescent egocentrism?
Which of the following is a characteristic of adolescent egocentrism?
- Increased empathy towards others
- Ability to consider multiple perspectives
- Tendency to focus on one's own thoughts and feelings (correct)
- Capacity for self-reflection and introspection
What is the term for the process by which adolescents explore and experiment with different identities?
What is the term for the process by which adolescents explore and experiment with different identities?
- Identity achievement
- Identity diffusion
- Identity moratorium (correct)
- Identity foreclosure
Which of the following is a risk factor for adolescent depression?
Which of the following is a risk factor for adolescent depression?
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What is the term for the process by which adolescents develop a sense of autonomy and independence from their parents?
What is the term for the process by which adolescents develop a sense of autonomy and independence from their parents?
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Adolescent Brain Development
- The primary driver of adolescent brain development is social experience and interaction, according to recent research.
Adolescent Egocentrism
- A characteristic of adolescent egocentrism is the imaginary audience, which is the tendency for adolescents to believe that others are as interested in them as they are in themselves.
Identity Formation
- The process by which adolescents explore and experiment with different identities is called identity formation.
Risk Factors for Adolescent Depression
- One risk factor for adolescent depression is parental conflict or divorce.
Autonomy and Independence
- The process by which adolescents develop a sense of autonomy and independence from their parents is called individuation.
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