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Adolescence
A culturally constructed period of development that varies by society, marked by certain biological and social changes.
Emerging Adulthood
A developmental stage spanning ages 18-25 characterized by exploration of identity, relationships, and career.
HPG axis
Hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, a system that plays a crucial role in initiating puberty.
Puberty
The period of physical development marked by changes such as growth spurts and the development of primary and secondary sex characteristics.
Menarche
The first occurrence of menstruation in girls.
Semenarche
The first ejaculation in boys.
Abstract Thinking
The ability to think about hypothetical situations, concepts, and complex ideas.
Adolescent Egocentrism
The tendency during adolescence to believe that one is unique and that others are constantly watching and judging them.
Cognitive Foundations in Adolescence
The developments in thinking that occur during adolescence, including abstract, complex, and relative thinking.
Dynamic Systems Theory Approach
An approach emphasizing that adolescent brain development is not linear but complex and interactive, influenced by various factors.
Socialization
The process through which individuals learn the appropriate norms, values, and behaviors of their culture.
Individualism
A cultural orientation that emphasizes personal goals and independence.
Collectivism
A cultural orientation that emphasizes group goals and interdependence.
Kohlberg’s Theory
A theory that outlines stages of moral development ranging from preconventional to postconventional.
Worldviews Theory of Development
A framework that identifies three ethics of morality: ethics of autonomy, community, and divinity.
Tanner Stages
Stages used to assess pubertal development in adolescents through physical changes.
