In many cultures, adolescence is marked by specific “rites of passage.” Teenagers in the United States often face unique and challenging situations as they transition from childhood into adulthood. It is known that adolescence as a stage of life is by far one of the most difficult to endure and also one of the most important stages as well. This is generally a period of great turmoil, where the transition into adulthood must be guided in order to maintain order and social balance. While many cultures have developed unique rites of passage, diversity prevents the United States from having one single celebration. These “rites of passage have ultimately become more private rather than public, and while the United States is becoming more secular,
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Adolescents who are able to develop a strong sense of self will usually do so before transitioning into young adulthood, which is generally before or around the age of 18. Young adults will face yet another “crisis” known as “intimacy vs. isolation,” which usually occurs around the ages of eighteen and thirty five. After one has successfully resolved the “identity vs. identity confusion” stage, they are able to seek out healthy and satisfying relationships. Punishment is generally used to correct misbehavior, but may not be very effective in the long run. In many instances, parents will focus solely on punishing children for their bad behaviors and will rarely commend good conduct. One thing that is important to remember is that children are learning and observing everything through their environment and the people around them. They have no previous knowledge on how to properly act or behave, and need to be taught. By constantly punishing children, these negative behaviors are being reinforced rather than …show more content…
Pro social behaviors are those intended to help other people. Adolescents who exhibit pro social behaviors are concerned about the rights, feelings, and welfare of other’s. It helps promote a higher sense of self, stronger moral values, a sense of personal responsibility, and closer relationships as well. Getting adolescents involved in the community and in extracurricular activities will ultimately reduce negative behaviors. They need to have a sense of purpose and responsibility, in which adults should be urged to
Adolescents who are able to develop a strong sense of self will usually do so before transitioning into young adulthood, which is generally before or around the age of 18. Young adults will face yet another “crisis” known as “intimacy vs. isolation,” which usually occurs around the ages of eighteen and thirty five. After one has successfully resolved the “identity vs. identity confusion” stage, they are able to seek out healthy and satisfying relationships. Punishment is generally used to correct misbehavior, but may not be very effective in the long run. In many instances, parents will focus solely on punishing children for their bad behaviors and will rarely commend good conduct. One thing that is important to remember is that children are learning and observing everything through their environment and the people around them. They have no previous knowledge on how to properly act or behave, and need to be taught. By constantly punishing children, these negative behaviors are being reinforced rather than …show more content…
Pro social behaviors are those intended to help other people. Adolescents who exhibit pro social behaviors are concerned about the rights, feelings, and welfare of other’s. It helps promote a higher sense of self, stronger moral values, a sense of personal responsibility, and closer relationships as well. Getting adolescents involved in the community and in extracurricular activities will ultimately reduce negative behaviors. They need to have a sense of purpose and responsibility, in which adults should be urged to