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Ego identity |
Erikson's fifth stage of psychosocial Development; primary task of adolescence is to develop sense of who they are and what they stand for |
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Psychological moratorium |
Adolescents experiment with different roles, values, beliefs, and relationships; undergo identity crisis |
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Identity statuses (Marcia) |
1) Identity Diffusion: have no commitments and don't try to form them 2) Foreclosure: commitments based on identification with parents teachers or religious leaders 3) Moratorium: actively exploring alternatives and attempt to make a choice 4) Identity Achievement: develop firm commitment |
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Self-esteem |
Declines about the age of 12-13; adolescents develop better skills inmate grow less self-critical; parents and peers are most important emotional support |
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Cliques |
Consist 5 - 10 individuals who hang out together and share activities and confidence |
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Crowds |
Larger group who may or may not spend much time together and are identified by the activity or attitude of the group |
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Juvenile delinquency |
Children or adolescents who engage in illegal activities and come into contact with the criminal justice system |
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Suicide |
3rd leading cause of death among adolescents; 1/10 attempted suicide once 1) confusion about the self 2) impulsiveness 3) emotional instability 4) interpersonal problems |
