Questions and Answers
By age 15, most boys have completed their physical changes related to puberty.
False
Girls in late adolescence may express concerns about their physical and sexual attractiveness.
True
Peer influence in late adolescence often leads to the avoidance of risky behaviors like alcohol and tobacco use.
False
Adolescents typically seek intellectual interests and begin to explore romantic and sexual behaviors.
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Self-involvement and a low self-concept are uncommon traits during late adolescence.
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During late adolescence, relationships with parents typically remain dependent and subordinate.
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Adolescents become better at setting goals and thinking about the future as they mature.
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Most adolescents at this stage strive to maintain friendships with individuals who have differing beliefs and values.
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Moral ideals and selecting role models are not significant aspects of mental development during late adolescence.
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Study Notes
Physical Development
- By age 15, most girls have completed their physical changes from puberty.
- Boys continue to mature, gaining strength, muscle mass, height, and developing sexual traits.
Emotional Development
- Adolescents may experience stress related to school performance and test scores.
- They often exhibit self-involvement, characterized by high expectations coupled with low self-concept.
- Privacy becomes increasingly important; they seek time alone.
- Concerns about physical and sexual attractiveness often arise.
- Complaints may occur about parental restrictions on independence.
- An increasing desire for both physical and emotional intimacy in relationships develops.
Social Development
- Transition from parent dependency to a more mature relationship marked by increased responsibilities.
- Growing awareness of social dynamics among peers; friendships become a reflection of shared beliefs, values, and interests.
- Friends gain importance, and adolescents begin to develop more intellectual pursuits.
- Exploration of romantic and sexual behaviors increases.
- Peer influence may lead to risky behaviors, such as the use of alcohol, tobacco, and sexual experimentation.
Mental Development
- Enhanced ability to set future goals and think strategically about them.
- Improved understanding of complex problems and various issues.
- Development of moral ideals begins, with adolescents starting to select role models.
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Description
This quiz explores the challenges faced during late adolescence, focusing on physical and emotional development. It discusses the completion of puberty in girls, the ongoing changes in boys, and the emotional stresses experienced during this period. Test your knowledge about these critical developmental milestones.
