Adolescence and Puberty

Question 1

Marcia 1993

Answer 1

• suggests that during adolescence, identity status is developed
  1. identity diffusion: avoidance of commitment, indecision
  2. identity foreclosure: individual has preliminary commitment but acceptance of others
  3. moratorium: identity crisis by exploration of possibilities
  4. identity achievement: resolution of the crisis and firm commitment to identity

Question 2

Adams et al 1994

Answer 2

• young people form identity diffusion if they are from a rejecting, detached family
• form identity foreclosure if they are from a child centered, conformist family
• form moratorium and later identity achievement if they are from a warm, supportive family that encourages independence

Question 3

Phinney and Alipuria 1990

Answer 3

• suggest that identity formation is more difficult for those from ethnic minority groups

Question 4

Durkin 1995

Answer 4

• suggests that only 5-15% of adolescents experience serious emotional disturbance

Question 5

Gillian 1982

Answer 5

• suggests that a preoccupation with intimacy is more central to girls than boys