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17 Cards in this Set
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achievement status
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identity theory in which Marcia's theory states that adolescents have explored alternative identities and are now secure in their chosen identities
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adolescent egocentrism
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self-absorption that is characteristic of teenagers as they search for identity
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crystallization
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first phrase in Super's theory of career development, in which adolescents use their emerging identities for ideas about careers
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date (acquaintance) rape
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when someone is forced to have sexual intercourse with someone they know.
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depression
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disorder characterized by pervasive feelings of sadness, irritability, and low self esteem
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diffusion status
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identity status in Marcia's theory in which adolescents make no commitment to an ideology or career
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ethnic identity
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individual learns about and becomes associated with customs and traditions of one's group's culture and heritage
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foreclosure status
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identity status in Maria's theory in which adolescents have an identity that was chosen based on advise from adults
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imaginary audience
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adolescents' feeling that their behavior is constantly being watched by their peers
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index offense
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acts that are illegal regardless of the age of the perpetrator
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juvenile delinquency
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when adolescents commit illegal acts that are destructive towards themselves or others
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learned helplessness
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feeling that one is always at the mercy of external events and that one does not have any control over one's own destiny
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moratorium status
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identity status in Marcia;s theory in which adolescents are still examining different alternatives and have yet to find a satisfactory identity.
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nor-epinephrine
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neurotransmitter that helps control arousal; low levels are related to depression
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personal fable
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attitude of many adolescents that their feelings and experiences are unique and have never been experienced by anyone else before.
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serotonin
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neurotransmitter that regulates brain centers to allow people to experience pleasure
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status offense
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an act that is not a crime if it is committed by an adult, such as truancy and running away from home.
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