According to the article, what is "sensation seeking"?
The hunt for experiences that are unusual or unexpected
What is the willingess to take risks linked to?
Researchers believe this willingness to take risks is linked to the human need to be able to adapt to new surroundings when they are young.
What is a characteristic of toddlers and young children?
acting on the spur of the moment to satisfy their wishes
What is very important for teenagers' development?
Understanding and building relationships with them is vital
What is one example showing the importance of peer influence?
The importance of peer influence can be seen clearly in how strongly teenagers often react when they fall out with a friend or are excluded from a social peer g
At what age do people desire to experience unsual things most?
15
Why do teenagers prefer the company of their peers rather than their family?
Partly because their peers offer more novelty and variety than boring old family.
How do adolescents perceive risks?
They don't ignore risks, but in fact, they they recognize them just as much as adults do.
What are the four characteristics of adolescents in almost all human cultures?
Excitement, novelty, risk, the company of peers.
What do we often think of adolescence?
We tend to think of adolescence as the most difficult stage in human development.
If a teenager goes bungee jumping, does he/ she plan it in advance?
Yes
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