A Key Way in Which the Old and New Models

question 35

Multiple Choice

A key way in which the old and new models of parent-adolescent relationships differ is that the:

• A)old model suggests that a close relationship exists between adolescents and their parents.
• B)new model suggests that a close relationship exists between adolescents and their parents.
• C)old model indicates that parent-child conflicts are greatest early in adolescence.
• D)new model recommends that parents detach from their adolescent children.

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Definitions:

Sexual Orientation

An enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attractions to men, women, or both sexes.

Identity Moratorium

Marcia’s term for the status of individuals who are in the midst of a crisis but whose commitments either are absent or are only vaguely defined.

Crisis

A period of identity development during which the adolescent is choosing among meaningful alternatives.

Commitment

Personal investment in identity.