Adolescent Psychology and Development Quiz

Adolescents face the primary conflict of identity vs. role confusion according to Erikson.

Parental relationships do not directly influence adolescent development.

Identity formation in adolescence involves exploring different aspects of oneself and making commitments.

Formal operational thinking is a characteristic of adolescent cognitive development according to Piaget's theory.

The period of rapid physical growth and sexual maturation that occurs during adolescence is described as puberty.

Adolescent egocentrism involves heightened self-consciousness.

Identity moratorium describes the process of trying out different roles and identities.

Adolescence is the psychological state of being 'in between' childhood and adulthood.

The phenomenon where adolescents believe they are the focus of everyone else's attention and scrutiny is called imaginary audience.

The tendency for adolescents to engage in risky behaviors when in groups is described as peer pressure.

Risk-taking behavior in adolescents is closely associated with amygdala development.

Increased decision-making responsibilities are a key factor in the development of autonomy during adolescence.

Improved communication skills contribute to the decrease in parent-child conflict during adolescence according to research.

Peer influence is a key factor influencing adolescent risk-taking behavior.

According to the dual systems model, adolescent decision-making involves the prefrontal cortex and amygdala.