Psychological Well-being and Adolescent Mental Health

Vocabulary terms covering indicators of mental health, psychological well-being, and developmental milestones in adolescents.

Psychological Well-being

How adolescents perceive their personal growth, purpose, and self-acceptance, involving the presence of positive experiences like self-confidence and the absence of negative influences like fear and confusion.

Positive Self-view

An indicator of mental health where adolescents have a favorable self-image, showing self-respect and self-confidence.

Constructive Relationships

Beneficial relationships established with friends, family, and adults, characterized by reciprocal respect and comprehension.

Emotion Control

The ability to handle and express feelings constructively, manage stress, and recover from setbacks.

Achievement of Developmental Stages

Attaining age-appropriate benchmarks that incorporate cognitive, emotional, and social abilities.

Proactive Participation

Active involvement in school and community initiatives, exhibiting a sense of purpose and belonging.

Problem-solving Competence

The capacity to make choices and resolve issues while exhibiting resilience and flexibility.

Adolescent Developmental Milestones

Key stages of cognitive, emotional, and social development that most young people go through during the adolescent period.

Cognitive Development

The transition to thinking more abstractly and critically, enabling adolescents to understand complex concepts and make rational decisions.

Emotional Development

Learning to better identify, understand, and manage personal emotions while becoming adept at interpreting the emotions of others.

Social Development

The growth of enhanced empathy and understanding of others' perspectives, leading to healthier conflict resolution and deeper relationships.