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Developmental Psychology: Adolescence

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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?

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?

Identity achievement

Identity diffusion

Identity moratorium (correct)

Identity foreclosure

Which of the following is a risk factor for adolescent depression?

<p>Family history of depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process by which adolescents develop a sense of autonomy and independence from their parents?

<p>Individuation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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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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Test your knowledge of adolescent development, including brain development, egocentrism, identity formation, and depression. Questions based on recent research in developmental psychology.