Module 29 -Adolescence
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 adolescence | The developmental stage between childhood and adulthood. |
| puberty | The period at which maturation of the sexual organs occurs, beginning at about age 11 or 12 for girls and 13 or 14 for boys. |
| identity-versus-role-confusion stage | According to Erikson, a time in adolescence of major testing to determine one's unique qualities. |
| identity | The distinguishing character of the individual: who each of us is, what our roles are, and what we are capable of. |
| intimacy-versus-isolation stage | According to Erikson, a period during early adulthood that focuses on developing close relationships. |
| generativity-versus-stagnation stage | According to Erikson, a period in middle adulthood during which we take stock of our contributions to family and society. |
| ego-integrity-versus-despair stage | According to Erikson, a period from late adulthood until death during which we review life's accomplishments and failures. |
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