Early Adolescence Physical Changes, Individual Factors, Social Context and Sexuality

Gender Role Desirability, according to you: Desirable for males Desirable for males –Self reliant (6.63) 1 –Independent (6.38) 7 –Loyal (6.88) 17 –Likable (6.13) 39

Undesirable for males Undesirable for males –Theatrical (2.5) 12 –Feminine (1.87) 20 –Conceited (2) 36 –Unsystematic (2.14) 54

Desirable for females Desirable for females –Affectionate (6) 11 –Loyal (6.6) 17 –Reliable (6.6) 21 –Understanding (6.4) 29 –Willing to take a stand (6) 43 –Adaptable (6.25) 51

Undesirable for females Undesirable for females –Conceited (1.8) 36 –Masculine (1.6) 40 –Gullible (2) 47 –Inefficient (2) 48 –Unsystematic (1.75) 54

Developmental Tasks Physical maturation Physical maturation Formal operations Formal operations Emotional development Emotional development Membership in peer group Membership in peer group Romantic and sexual relationships Romantic and sexual relationships

The path from physical changes to behaviors-figure 9.1 elaborated

Some significant physical changes 1. Puberty occurs: For girls… Onset of menarcheOnset of menarche Breast developmentBreast development Increase in body fatIncrease in body fat 2. For boys… Increase in muscle massIncrease in muscle mass Facial hairFacial hair HormonesHormones

Examining the sociocultural context of physical and sexual development dex.html dex.html dex.html dex.html e=related e=related Sampling magazines… Sampling magazines… –What, if any, are the significant patterns you see? –What do young people learn about their physical selves? –What do young people learn about sexuality?

Cognitive processing (recall cognitive-behavioral concepts) Comparison of self with others. Comparison of self with others. Evaluation of self. Evaluation of self. Concern with others’ perception of them. Concern with others’ perception of them. Assignment of value. Assignment of value. Body image distortion. Body image distortion. Internalized “thin ideal.” Internalized “thin ideal.” FI9ZA&feature=related

Affect/emotional responses Body dissatisfaction-why does one NY spa report doing 15 body waxes a week on preteens? –40-70% of adolescents dissatisfied with 2+ aspects of their bodies. –5% of underweight, 30% of normal weight, <7% of boys=dissatsified with body. –20% of teens are overweight; 5% obese. –45% of 9 th -12 th grade females were dieting. –2/5 women, 1/5 men would trade 3-5 years of life to achieve weight goals. –80% of 10 y/os fear getting fat re=related

Behavioral Problems Cigarette smoking Cigarette smoking Unhealthy eating patterns Unhealthy eating patterns Excessive exercise Excessive exercise Binge eating Binge eating Purging Purging 28ps8&feature=related 28ps8&feature=related

Promoting Health and Wellbeing Media literacy - Media Literacy is a 21st century approach to education. It provides a framework to access, analyze, evaluate, create and participate with messages in a variety of forms — from print to video to the Internet. Media literacy builds an understanding of the role of media in society as well as essential skills of inquiry and self-expression necessary for citizens of a democracy. Media literacy - Media Literacy is a 21st century approach to education. It provides a framework to access, analyze, evaluate, create and participate with messages in a variety of forms — from print to video to the Internet. Media literacy builds an understanding of the role of media in society as well as essential skills of inquiry and self-expression necessary for citizens of a democracy.

Center for Media Literacy’s Five Core Concepts 1. All media messages are constructed. 2. Media messages are constructed using a creative language with its own rules. 3. Different people experience the same media message differently. 4. Media have embedded values and points of view. 5. Most media messages are organized to gain profit and/or power.

Mohawk Girls and Peer Membership Parents – Parents – –Parents influence on kids? –Kids influence on parents? –Parent as “secure base.” Peers – Peers – –Cliques –Crowds –Norms and boundaries

For response paper Discuss one example of the significance of membership in a clique. Discuss one example of the significance of membership in a clique. Discuss one example of an effort at independence, and another of seeking support/comfort/guidance from parents. Discuss one example of an effort at independence, and another of seeking support/comfort/guidance from parents. Discuss an example of the influence of the sociocultural context. Discuss an example of the influence of the sociocultural context. Discuss a group norm that was valued and one that was a challenge. Discuss a group norm that was valued and one that was a challenge.

Group Identity-Cognitive Processes 1. Group representations Map the relevant groups in your life. 2. Group operations Identify three operations for any one of the groups. 3. Reflective thinking about groups What is one realization you have had about the group?

Group Identity- Dimensions 1. Categorizing people & recognizing distinguishing characteristics What is one group you are not a part of? 2. Experiencing a sense of history as a group What shared experiences do you have with this group? 3. Emotional investment in the group What does this group mean to you? 4. Social evaluation of one’s group and its relation to other groups How does this group fit in with other groups?

Considering the developmental process in adolescence… Develop a program to prevent body image/dissatisfaction issues or unhealthy eating habits. 1. Specify the age group you’ll focus on. 2. Discuss risk factors and decide if you will create a primary or secondary prevention program. 3. Plan a program that considers the developmental tasks of early adolescence. 4. Utilize the pathway from physical change to behavior as the basis for your program. 5. Be prepared to explain: What your program will involve.What your program will involve. Your rationale for the program.Your rationale for the program. Your expected benefits.Your expected benefits.