The parents of a 14-year-old boy express concern over their child's rebellious behavior. The nurse should plan to respond to the parents' concern by informing them that their
a. Child should be referred to a juvenile correctional facility.
b. Child's behavior is normal because the adolescent is trying to adjust to his emerging identity.
c. Child's behavior is a matter of concern because he is likely conflicted about establishing companionship with a partner.
d. Child's behavior is expected because he is expressing his need to support future generations.
B
According to Erikson, a 14-year-old adolescent is developing his identity versus role confusion. A teenager is very concerned with self and is often preoccupied with body image. Frequently, teenagers express themselves rebelliously as they struggle to discover their own identities. Rebellious behavior is very common and normal at this stage of development. A juvenile correctional facility usually is not necessary. Establishing companionship occurs in the young adult age group. Feeling the need to support future generations is usually experienced by the middle-aged adult.
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