Theories
This theory focuses on observable behaviors and reinforcement.
What is behaviorism?
This life stage typically ranges from ages 12–18 and includes puberty.
What is adolescence?
This is a common adolescent risk factor involving influence from friends.
What is peer pressure?
This perspective emphasizes unconscious processes and early childhood experiences.
What is psychodynamic theory?
According to Erikson, adolescents struggle with this developmental conflict.
What is identity vs. role confusion?
This concept refers to overlapping identities that affect teen experiences.
What is intersectionality?
This theory highlights how people learn through observing others.
What is social learning theory?
This type of thinking develops in adolescence and allows for abstract reasoning.
What is formal operational thinking?
Substance use during adolescence can impact this area of development long-term.
What is brain development?
This perspective examines power, inequality, and social justice.
What is critical theory?
Peer relationships become especially important during this stage, influencing this aspect of development.
What is social development?
This approach ensures social workers respect cultural differences in adolescents.
What is cultural competence?
This theory explains development through stages like sensorimotor and preoperational.
What is Piaget’s cognitive development theory?
This concept refers to adolescents exploring different roles, beliefs, and values.
What is identity formation?
This term describes engaging in actions that challenge racism affecting youth.
What is anti-racist practice?