Personal Development- Lesson 3

What is one of the developmental tasks associated with adolescence according to Havighurst?

• Learning to read

• Achieving emotional independence of adults

• Learning to walk

• Adjusting to retirement

At what age does adolescence typically begin according to the text?

• 13 years

• 10 years

• 12 years

• 15 years

What is Jonathan's primary dilemma in the case analysis?

• He is preparing for college

• He has no interest in social media

• He wants to spend more time with his friends

• His grades are excellent

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of adolescence?

• Rapid physiological changes

• Learning to control elimination of body wastes

• New social roles

• Transition from child to adult

What does Erik Erikson believe marks each stage of life?

• A period of leisure

• A specific crisis or conflict

• A time for education

• A set of physical changes

What is one expected task for a 16-year-old according to the text?

• Learning to take solid foods

• Achieving mature relations with both sexes

• Adjusting to retirement

• Starting a family

What is a common feeling during the transition from adolescence to adulthood?

• Complete independence

• Increased responsibilities

• No changes in behavior

• Less social interaction

What is one way to prepare for adult life mentioned in the text?

• Avoiding social responsibilities

• Desiring socially responsible behavior

• Staying in one's room

• Ignoring education

What age range is considered early adulthood?

• 19-30 years

• 13-18 years

• 6-12 years

• 0-5 years

Which task is associated with middle adulthood?

• Achieving emotional independence

• Preparing for marriage

• Learning to get along with age-mates

• Helping teenage children become responsible