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What is primarily the goal of adolescence in terms of identity development?
What is primarily the goal of adolescence in terms of identity development?
- Developing physical strength
- Finding one’s identity (correct)
- Achieving academic excellence
- Building strong relationships with friends
What does the term 'menarche' specifically refer to in female adolescents?
What does the term 'menarche' specifically refer to in female adolescents?
- First menstruation (correct)
- Increase in body weight
- Development of breast tissue
- Growth spurt in height
Which of the following factors is linked to an earlier onset of puberty?
Which of the following factors is linked to an earlier onset of puberty?
- Living in rural areas
- Higher physical activity levels
- Better nutrition and health (correct)
- Participation in team sports
Which group is generally reported to have a more negative body image during adolescence?
Which group is generally reported to have a more negative body image during adolescence?
How does early maturation typically affect an adolescent's self-esteem?
How does early maturation typically affect an adolescent's self-esteem?
What advantage do early maturing boys experience compared to late maturing boys?
What advantage do early maturing boys experience compared to late maturing boys?
What developmental change in the brain occurs first during adolescence?
What developmental change in the brain occurs first during adolescence?
Which risk factor is associated with an earlier onset of sexual behavior in adolescents?
Which risk factor is associated with an earlier onset of sexual behavior in adolescents?
What is a common characteristic of early maturing girls compared to their later maturing peers?
What is a common characteristic of early maturing girls compared to their later maturing peers?
Which of the following statements about sleep patterns in adolescents is accurate?
Which of the following statements about sleep patterns in adolescents is accurate?
Which aspect of sexual identity development involves learning skills to regulate sexual behavior?
Which aspect of sexual identity development involves learning skills to regulate sexual behavior?
What psychological issues can result from a lack of sleep in adolescents?
What psychological issues can result from a lack of sleep in adolescents?
How does the timing of social behaviors differ in Filipinos compared to Americans?
How does the timing of social behaviors differ in Filipinos compared to Americans?
Which statement about the corpus callosum's changes during adolescence is correct?
Which statement about the corpus callosum's changes during adolescence is correct?
What behavior is commonly observed in early maturing girls, according to the content provided?
What behavior is commonly observed in early maturing girls, according to the content provided?
Flashcards
Puberty
Puberty
A period of rapid physical changes, mainly in early adolescence, due to hormonal shifts.
Identity vs. Identity Confusion
Identity vs. Identity Confusion
Adolescents strive to develop a sense of self through exploring values, goals, beliefs, lifestyle, and career paths.
Menarche
Menarche
A girl's first menstruation.
Hormones
Hormones
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Body Image Concerns in Adolescence
Body Image Concerns in Adolescence
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Early Maturing Boys
Early Maturing Boys
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Late Maturing Boys
Late Maturing Boys
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Early Maturing Girls
Early Maturing Girls
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Amygdala vs. Prefrontal Cortex
Amygdala vs. Prefrontal Cortex
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Corpus Callosum Thickening
Corpus Callosum Thickening
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Prefrontal Cortex Development
Prefrontal Cortex Development
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Limbic System Development
Limbic System Development
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Dopamine Increase
Dopamine Increase
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Sexual Identity Development
Sexual Identity Development
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Factors Influencing Early Sexual Activity
Factors Influencing Early Sexual Activity
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Study Notes
Identity vs. Identity Confusion
- Identity: Refers to values, goals, beliefs, attitudes, behaviors, lifestyle, occupation/career path, and sexual identity
- Development: Builds upon previous stages (trust, autonomy, initiative, industry, fidelity)
- Identity confusion: Allows for flexibility
- Virtue: Fidelity
- Significant Others (SSI): Friends
Physical Changes
- Puberty: Rapid physical maturation, primarily in early adolescence, marked by hormonal and bodily changes
- Sexual Maturation: Weight and height gains
- Boys: Facial/chest hair growth, pubic hair
- Girls: Breast growth, menarche (first menstruation)
- Hormonal Changes: Increased testosterone and estradiol, chemicals secreted by endocrine glands
- Timing Variations:
- Average age of menarche has decreased since the mid-19th century, potentially due to better nutrition/health, low socioeconomic status, urban living, and family problems
- Stress can also be a factor
- Pubertal sequence:
- Boys: 10-13 ½ years
- Girls: 9-15 years
- Body Image:
- Common preoccupation throughout adolescence
- Girls often have lower body image satisfaction and more negative perceptions
- Satisfaction improves in late adolescence
- Comparison: Girls experience lower body image satisfaction compared to boys
- Early vs. Late Maturation:
- Boys:
- Early: Higher self-esteem and better peer relations initially
- Late: Stronger sense of identity in 30s (more exploration time)
- Girls:
- Early: Greater satisfaction initially but less later, more likely to smoke/drink/have earlier sexual encounters, develop eating disorders or other psych disorders, earlier independence, older friends.
The Brain
- Amygdala/Limbic System: Develops faster than the prefrontal cortex, involved in emotions
- Corpus Callosum: Thickens in adolescence, connecting brain hemispheres for more efficient processing
- Prefrontal Cortex: "Judgment" region, responsible for controlling intense emotions; doesn't fully develop until emerging adulthood
- Limbic System: Seat of emotions and experience of rewards, almost completely developed in early adolescence
- Other Changes: Increase in dopamine, related to increased risk-taking and reward-seeking
Adolescent Sexuality
- Sexual Identity: Exploration, experimentation, vulnerability, and confusion during adolescence
- Develops from asexual to sexual
- Dimensions: Activity, interests and styles of behavior, and behaviors.
- Timing of Sexual Behaviors:
- Lower socioeconomic status adolescents tend to engage in sexual activity earlier
- Filipinos may demonstrate lower activity than Americans, with potential differences in timing and impact of socioeconomic status
- Risk Factors:
- Drug use, delinquency, school problems
- Socioeconomic status
- Family factors (parental knowledge, rules, disagreements, conflict, sexually active siblings)
- Peer influence (deviant peers, connectedness to school, academic factors, religion)
Adolescent Health Issues
- Sleep Patterns:
- Only 31% of US adolescents sleep 8+ hours nightly
- Sacrificing sleep negatively impacts comprehension and class performance
- Related to psychological disorders
- Potential causes: Media, caffeine, brain changes (later melatonin release), early school starts
- Eating Disorders:
- Anorexia Nervosa: Relentless pursuit of thinness through starvation, weight less than 85% of normal for age/height, intense fear of weight gain, distorted body image.
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Explore the key concepts of identity development and the physical changes that occur during adolescence. This quiz covers topics like identity confusion, puberty, and hormonal changes, providing insights into the complexities of growing up. Test your understanding of how these factors shape adolescent experiences.