Human Growth and Development

The onset of puberty marks a significant change in a person's life biologically, psychologically, and socially. There are some myths regarding puberty that may skew its realities. Describe some of the myths and realities of puberty.

• Explain the psychological and social issues a person may face during the transition to puberty.
• Define adolescence from the psychological, and social or emotional perspectives.
• Explain some of the emotional changes that may occur at the onset of adolescence and as the individual mature through adolescence.

Part 2:

The transition into adulthood may differ depending on cultural traditions and rites of passage from adolescence to adulthood. The transition into adulthood is also a time for relationships and romance from a normative perspective.

• Describe at least two unique rites of passage to adulthood on the basis of ethnic or cultural variations.
• Explain the concepts of pluralism and assimilation and describe how they affect the rites of passage of individuals.
• Describe different attachment styles.
• Explain the attachment style you feel would be most effective in forming lasting relationships.
• Describe the different types of attraction.
• Explain the type of attraction you feel would be most effective in establishing lasting relationships.

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