Autonomy
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G. Stanley Hall: Storm & Stress

  • based on Freudian theory of re-emergence of libido
  • NOT TRUE: 10% of all adolescents show psychological symptoms

Normative v. Individual difference approach to stress:

  • Studying Stress:
    • stressors v. distress
    • When does a stressor induce stress?
      • Balance of resources v. demands
    • Critical element is real or potential loss
  • Why is stress likely in adolescence?
    • Key element in stress is change
      • uncertainty
      • change requires more resources
    • adolescence is a period of multiple, simultaneous stressors
    • Stress can be both individual and network
      • intimacy increases exposure to network stress
    • Risk behaviors
    • Decisions have consequences
    • Cognitive change
    • Individual differences in stress:
      • Exposure to stress
      • Coping
        • instrumental v. emotion