1. Teen Living Ms. Jessica Edwards, M.A.Ed
Objective 1.01 Outline factors and strategies that promote personal development.
Teen Living
Ms. Jessica Edwards, M.A.Ed

2. Part I: Quality of Life and Character Development
What types of things determine your quality of life?
What is your character?
How do you develop it?
Part I: Quality of Life and Character Development

3. A. Physical – Teens develop physically at different rates
A. Physical – Teens develop physically at different rates. Sooner or later they will all see changes taking place. Hormones-chemicals released in the body- are the catalysts of physical change. In order for you to develop properly, it is important for you to get the following:
Exercise
Nutrition
Safety
Sleep/rest
Stress-free

4. Emotional Development
The same hormones that spur physical growth affect emotions.
Teens learn to adapt occasional mood swings.
Emotional ups and downs tend to diminish as adulthood is reached.
Emotional Development

5. B. Intellectual (Mental)Development
New intellectual skills allow teens to develop realistic plans. Teens should be able to:
Imagine the consequences of actions
Think about alternatives
Reflect on results of decisions
Learn from mistakes

6. Knowing the difference between right and wrong.
Moral Development

7. C. Social/community
Interpersonal relationships
Community service

8. D. Study Skills
Organization
Time management
Listening skills
Note taking
Test taking skills

9. E. Workplace
Job Satisfaction
Relationships
Harassment

10. F. Character