Explain what Arnett meant when he described emerging adulthood as a self-focused age. Include how it differs from the self-focus of adolescence
What will be an ideal response?
Answers: During this time, they are taking steps to learn the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed. They are striving to make independent decisions and to be able to stand on their own two feet. They are less egocentric than they were in adolescence because they are able to take the perspective of others and they are more realistic in their goals (and less likely to uphold a personal fable).
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c. fetus. d. neonate.
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