PPT

1. Developmental
Characteristics
during
Adolescence

2. Adolescence
•Transition from childhood to adulthood.
•Derived from Latin adolescere - “to grow to maturity”
•Age range: ~10–19 years
•Rapid physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth.
•Crucial for establishing healthy habits and requires supportive
environments.

3. • “storm and stress” period (Stanley Hall)
• “Adolescence is that span of years during which
boys and girls move from childhood to adulthood
physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.”
(Dr. A.T. Jersild)
• Awkward age, Clumsy age, Difficult age, Stormy
period of life, Crisis of youth, etc.

4. Three Stages of Adolescence
• Early adolescence - 10 to 13 years
• Middle adolescence - 14 to 17 years
• Late adolescence/young adulthood - 18 to 21 years & beyond

5. Physical Development
•Growth spurt in height & weight
•Change in body proportions.
•Body systems function normally.
•Increase in muscular strength and physical activity.
•Change in the voice.

6. • Onset of Puberty; sexual maturity.
• Development of secondary sex features.

7. Emotional Development
•Emotions become complex; true feelings are often
concealed.
•Emotional range widens; expressed even toward
abstract objects.
•Ability to bear tension in varied social situations.
•Increased compassion and concern for others’ feelings

8. • Loyalties extend to peers and leaders beyond home.
• Greater perception and appreciation of people around
them.
• High hopes and aspirations for future life.
• Ability to tolerate loneliness.
• Capacity to externalize feelings in different situations.

9. Social Development
•Increased influence of the peer group.
•Increased self-consciousness about social position.
•Conformity to group norms
•Identification with adults and imitation of adult roles.

10. •Friendships formed with those matching their standards
and traits.
•Interest in opposite-sex friendships and social roles.
•Hero worship and role modeling of adults/leaders.

11. Intellectual / Cognitive
Development
•Abstract thinking & reasoning skills develop
•Improved capacity to see relationships and solve complex problems
•Ability to think abstractly and symbolically
•Increased vocabulary, memory, and communication skills

12. •Problem-solving, decision-making, and future planning
•Improved communication skills
•Awareness of people and issues beyond immediate environment
•Differentiation between ideals and reality
•Internalization of moral codes

13. Moral & Ethical Development
•Concern for justice, fairness, equality
•Development of conscience and personal values
•Shift from external authority to internal principles

14. Vocational / Educational
Development
•Exploration of talents and career interests
•Increased academic pressure and goal setting
•Development of responsibility and life skills
•Preparation for adult roles in society

15. Challenges of Adolescence
•Identity crisis (Who am I?)
•Peer pressure and risk-taking behavior
•Emotional instability and stress
•Struggle for independence vs. family expectations

16. Conclusion
• Adolescence is a critical stage shaping personality,
values, and future roles.
• Involves physical, cognitive, emotional, social, moral,
and vocational changes.
• Guidance, support, and healthy environment are
essential for positive growth.

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