Adolescence and Positive Risk-Taking

These flashcards cover key concepts from the lecture notes on adolescence and positive risk-taking, focusing on essential events, definitions, and developmental implications.

What concept do Duell and Steinberg (2019) identify as beneficial during adolescence?

Positive risk-taking.

What was the name of the 15-year-old Swedish student who initiated the climate strikes?

Greta Thunberg.

What phrase did Greta Thunberg use on her sign during her protest?

School Strike for Climate.

What are the three features that define positive risks according to Duell and Steinberg (2019)?

1. Potential benefits to confidence and development. 2. Involve uncertainty and mild costs. 3. Socially recognized as constructive.

What event exemplifies a youth-led positive risk-taking initiative?

Fridays for Future climate strikes.

How do adolescents typically perceive risk-taking?

As unhealthy and negative, like drinking or skipping class.

Why is risk-taking essential in adolescent development?

It helps test independence, discover personal values, and build decision-making skills.

What question did the lecture encourage regarding risk-taking in adolescence?

Why is risk-taking so central to adolescence?

What common perception do adults have about adolescent risk-taking?

That it should be eliminated.

What can fuel exploration and courage in adolescent behavior?

The development of the brain's reward centers.

How do adults ideally respond to adolescent risk-taking?

By channeling it into opportunities that strengthen judgment and identity.

What is an example of a social media challenge that turned into a positive action?

The ice bucket challenge.

How does social media influence teen risk-taking behaviors?

It amplifies both risky challenges and positive initiatives.

What is the challenge for adults when it comes to adolescent risks?

To provide reflection and support rather than trying to eliminate risks.

In what way can positive risk-taking be socially recognized?

By being associated with empowerment, leadership, and social connection.

What developmental factor makes teens more sensitive to risks?

The early maturity of the reward centers of the adolescent brain.

What role do emotions play in adolescent risk-taking?

They are a significant factor due to identity formation and testing limits.

What was the response of many adults to the students participating in climate strikes?

Parents, educators, and scientists praised their initiative.

What does the success of the Fridays for Future indicate about adolescent behavior?

That risk-taking can lead to significant social change.

What did the class ultimately conclude about adolescent risk-taking?

That it is a method of growth and can lead to maturity and conscience.