This is an important moment for many teenagers as they finish high school and begin to prepare for greater responsibility and independence. They will also go to a house where they will work and acquire other interests, but their relationships with friends are still important. During this time, teenagers are developing their own personalities and opinions, and it is common for them to have eating disorders related to their diet. Eating disorders can also be common among girls. Teenagers may be concerned about the shape or size of their bodies. Boys may still be physically developing during this time. Most girls have reached the end of puberty and have already achieved physical maturity. This is a period of change when boys interact and feel and think in a different way, as their bodies develop.
These are some aspects of adolescent development.
Emotional and Social Changes
Children at this age:
Reasoning and Learning
Children at this age:
Tips for Positive Parenting
These are some things that you, as a parent, can do to help your child during this stage:
Safety comes first
Helping to protect your child is important in various ways. Regardless of their age, you play a significant role in your child’s safety.