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Page 1: Unit IX: Developmental Psychology · 2 Adolescence: Social Development and Emerging Adulthood Module Learning Objectives Describe the social tasks and challenges of adolescence. 52-2

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Adolescence: Social Development & Emerging Adulthood

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Physical Development 52-1

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Forming an Identity

• In Western cultures, many adolescents try out different selves before settling into a consistent and comfortable identity.

• Having such an identity leads to forming close relationships.

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Parent & Peer Relationships 52-2

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Parent and Peer Influence

• Although teens become independent of their parents as they grow older, they still relate to their parents on a number of things, including religiosity and career choices.

• Peer approval and relationships are also very important.

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Emerging Adulthood 52-3

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Emerging Adulthood

• Emerging adulthood spans ages 18-25.

• During this time, young adults may live with their parents and attend college or work.

• On average, emerging adults marry in their mid-twenties.

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