HD 1130 Chapter 12

Narcissism

self-centered and self-concerned approach towards others

effortful control (component of self-regulation)

inhibiting impulses, not engaging is destructive behavior, maintaining attention

Erikson’s view of identity

5th developmental stage→ identity vs identity confusion (aided by psychosocial moratorium gap between childhood security and adult autonomy)

crisis

period of identity development during which adolescent is exploring alternatives

commitment

personal investment in identity

Marcia’s four statuses of identity

diffusion (no crisis or commitment), foreclosure (made commitment no crisis), moratorium (in crisis no commitment), achievement (crisis and commitment)

MAMA cycle

moratorium to achievement cycle (identity does not remain stable throughout life)

Ethnic identity

enduring aspect of the self that includes a sense of membership in an ethnic group + attitudes and feelings related to that membership

role of attachment

securely attached adolescents are less likely to have emotional difficulties and to engage in problem behaviors

peer pressure

boys are more influenced by peer pressure involving sexual behavior

clique

small group of 5/6 individuals that may form among adolescents who engage in similar activities

crowd

larger group structure that is usually based on reputation (jocks)

rite of passage

elaborate ceremonies that signal the adolescent’s move to maturity and achievement of adult status

Juvenile deliquent

adolescent who breaks the law/engages in illegal behavior

depression treatment

drug therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy

depression in the US stats

third leading cause of death in 10-19 yo (females more likely)