After viewing the video "Adolescence: Identity and Role Development," highlight some of major issues that arise during adolescence in relation to developing a sense of identity

What will be an ideal response?


There are several major concepts and topics in Chapter 15 that be discussed in relation to the video clip. Possible examples include: (1) Erikson's theory of development, and in particular, how adolescents develop during the stage of "identity vs. role confusion," (2) Marcia's theory of the four identity statuses, and the possible developmental paths that teens can choose, (3) the development of autonomy and the ability to resolve conflicts with parents (e.g., psychological autonomy granting), and (4) the development of intimate relationships during the high school years, as well as the formation and influence of cliques and crowds.

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Steve has just been discharged from the hospital with the diagnosis of residual schizophrenia. Steve's family is marked by high levels of intra-familial criticism, hostility, and emotional over-involvement. Which statement is accurate? a. Steve's family environment probably influenced the onset of his disorder but will have little impact on his rate of relapse. b. Given Steve's diagnosis, his

chances of relapse are minimal. c. Steve has a greater chance of relapse if he returns to his family than if he does not. d. Steve's family would receive a low EE score.

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Early rearing of animals in enriched environments

a. changes the brain in unpredictable ways. b. has no discernible effects on the brain. c. causes brain tissues to atrophy and degenerate. d. improves the size and connectedness of the brain.

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Ronnie is trying to decide whether to vote for a certain political candidate. Based on what she has read about him, she has concluded that he is not qualified for the position, but she agrees with his political positions

Also, she trusts him and likes his decisive personality. In fact, she likes him so much that she sent a small donation to his campaign. Ronnie's sending a donation to the campaign represents the ______ component of her attitude toward him. a) affective b) cognitive c) behavioral d) situational

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A disorder in which excessive anxiety and worry occur more days than not for at least six months is called __________

a) panic disorder. b) obsessive-compulsive disorder. c) generalized anxiety disorder. d) phobic disorder.

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