4_Personal_Development_in_Adolescence.ppt

Personal Development in Adolescence  Learning Objective  To identify, describe, and distinguish the three stages of development 2 Key Understanding  Have a better understanding of the three stages of development Key Question  What are t...

Personal Development in Adolescence  Learning Objective  To identify, describe, and distinguish the three stages of development 2 Key Understanding  Have a better understanding of the three stages of development Key Question  What are the three stages of development? 3  How Do You Define "Adolescence"? Adolescence is the transition period between childhood and early adulthood. It starts with the biological changes called puberty. What Are the Stages of Adolescence? In the Philippine context, the three stages of adolescence are: Early adolescence Middle adolescence Late adolescence Stages of Adolescence Early Adolescence  between 10 and 13 years of age  change in physical characteristics (height, facial hair for boys and start of periods for girls)  developed in the abilities to think, learn, reason, and remember  developed in emotions, expressions, attachment, and sociability 6  Stages of Adolescence Middle Adolescence  between 14 and 16 years of age  urgency for freedom (independence)  change in voice, increase need for sleep, and appetite increase  developed in new thinking skills through humor and by arguing with parents and others  worrying about what others think about them, grooming and exercising, frequent mode swings 7 Stages of Adolescence Late Adolescence  between 17 and 20 years of age  physically and emotionally mature  can fully express ideas and consider other points of view  could gain financial independence  future goals become defined  seek one-on-one committed relationships and intimacy 8