Section 5
Adolescence
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Physical Development in Adolescence
During puberty, an adolescent experiences a period of rapid physical growth that culminates in sexual maturity.
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Cognitive Development in Adolescence
In adolescence, changes in the brain interact with experience, knowledge, and social demands and produce rapid cognitive growth.
Socioemotional Development in Adolescence
Adolescence is a period of personal and social identity formation, in which different roles, behaviors, and ideologies are explored.
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Cultural and Societal Influences on Adolescent Development
The influence of parental and peer relationships, as well as the broader culture, shapes many aspects of adolescent development.