Adolescence Answers

During puberty, boys and girls are both apt to experience growth of pubic and underarm hair, drastic growth spurts, body odor, facial acne, and changes in muscle strength.

The rules at a job are generally more absolute, which means that you can get fired from your position for breaking the rules. While the rules at home may be strict, you usually will not be "fired" from your house. Depending on the job, you may or may not have more responsibility at work. You are also guaranteed a paycheck from your job, whereas you may or may not get an allowance for the work you do at home.

In the early adolescent period, many teens tend to think only of themselves with little regard for others' points of view. When the late adolescent period is reached, they are more likely to consider others, be more logical in decision making, and understand the consequences of their actions.

Teens often have a stronger desire to spend the majority of their time around other teens because they share similar interests. Teens develop a better sense of belonging when they feel like they are a part of a group or when they hang around other teens. Additionally, some teens prefer their friends to their parents because they feel like their parents pressure them too much or do not understand them.

Adolescence can be stressful because adolescents go through physical, mental, and emotional changes. It can also be stressful because teens are held to higher expectations and have more responsibilities, which can include chores and grades.

Some of the factors that influence emotional changes during adolescence include, among others, changes in self-perception, changes in the way teens are treated, increased sensitivity to criticism, increased desire for independence, and an increased need to belong. Puberty can cause feelings of awkwardness and insecurity.