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Find research, information, and articles on adolescence, adolescent development and issues that parents of young teens generally find most challenging. Help for parents to understand what is happening to their teenager as they transition into adulthood.
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- Adolescent Growth and Development
It is important for parents to understand what is happening to their teens physically, cognitively, and socially during development; how these transitions affect teens; what adults can do; and what support resources are available.
- Cognitive Development During Adolescence
Adolescents experience many changes as they make the transition from childhood to adulthood. As a result, there is often an increase in conflicts between parents and their adolescent children. Young children and adults have different ways of thinking about different subjects.
- Stages of Normal Adolescent Development
Each teenager is an individual with a unique personality and special interests, likes and dislikes. The following information should help parents understand the numerous developmental issues that everyone faces during the adolescent years.