Chapter Objectives

Discuss the development of identity proposed by Erikson and Marcia.

Examine how family, culture and ethnicity, and gender influence adolescent development.

Describe how families change as adolescents seek autonomy, being sure to include factors related to parent-adolescent conflict.

Elaborate on the changes that take place with peer groups and the importance of friendships.

Discuss adolescent dating, including the functions of dating and dating scripts.

Define "rite of passage" and examine its importance in this culture and in other cultures around the world.

Determine what role ethnicity and socioeconomic status play in adolescent development in this country.

Differentiate between assimilation and pluralism, indicating how these concepts impact the development of an ethnic identity.

Discuss the rates and antecedents of juvenile delinquency, and the recent research conducted on youth violence.

Examine the nature of depression and causes of suicide in adolescents.

Discuss prevention and intervention programs that have been successful with at-risk youth.

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