dev. psych quiz 12

Which of the following best describes a crowd?

A large, loosely organized group of people who are identified by the activities of the group

Identify a true statement about friendships in adolescence.

Adolescents and their friends typically belong to the same age, race, and gender.

Which of the following statements is true of adolescents' relationships with their parents?

Adolescents interact more with their mothers than their fathers.

In the context of adolescent suicide, which of the following statements is true?

Drug abuse is a warning sign of suicidal tendencies.

Identify a true statement about adolescents.

During adolescence, individuals may develop a less idealized view of their parents.

In the context of the development of identity in humans, which of the following is an assumption made by Erik Erikson?

Erik Erikson assumed that relationships were more important to women's development of identity than occupational matters.

Which of the following statements is true of self-esteem?

Self-esteem tends to decline after middle childhood and improves after the age of 12 or 13.

Which of the following statements is true of sexual behavior?

Sex hormones predispose lower animals to stereotypical masculine or feminine mating patterns.

Which of the following statements is true of the development of sexual identity?

Sexual differentiation of sex organs and brain occur at different times.

Which of the following statements is true of adolescent girls?

They are more likely than boys to have a smaller, exclusive network of friends.

Which of the following is characteristic of adolescents in the stage of identity diffusion?

They tend to be alienated and rebellious.

During _____, adolescents undergo an identity crisis in which they examine their values and make decisions about their life roles.

a psychological moratorium

Conflicts between adolescents and parents typically center on issues such as:

curfews.

In the _____ status, individuals make commitments without considering alternatives.

foreclosure

Amelia's teachers are of the opinion that she can become a successful lawyer and encourage her to achieve that goal. Inspired by their encouragement, she plans to study business law in college. However, she takes this decision without considering other career options. In the context of James Marcia's identity statuses, this scenario exemplifies the stage of:

foreclosure.

Ava is a young woman who is sexually attracted to other women. She has been aware of her sexual preference since her teenage years. In this scenario, Ava has a _____ orientation.

homosexual

Ethan likes to sing and play the guitar and wants to pursue a career in country music. However, his parents advise him to take up a traditional career option. Finally, after considering other career options, he decides to pursue his passion. In the context of James Marcia's identity statuses, Ethan is most likely in the _____ stage.

identity achievement

Nikita is a 15-year-old girl. Her performance at school is poor, and she has no hobbies or interests. She has no goals for her future and is content to spend her life one day at a time. In the context of James Marcia's identity statuses, Nikita is most likely in the _____ stage.

identity diffusion

Unlike childhood peer groups, adolescent peer groups:

may include more members of the opposite gender.

Running away from home is an example of a(n):

status offense.