Normal development in Teens and Young Adults
Why?
Individual Physical
Individual Physical Social
1. Parents
2. Friends
3. Romantic
Why don’t teenagers do as they’re told?
Individual Physical Social Cognitive
Formal Operational
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Why don’t teenagers do as they’re told?
Individual Physical Social Cognitive Psychological
cancer
essence emotional spark social engagement novelty creative exploration
Don’t blame the hormones
Step into their shoes, listen
Adjust our expectations
Stay calm & keep it simple