Why Is There an Ethnic Separation in Adolescents' Peer Groups

question 17

Essay

Why is there an ethnic separation in adolescents' peer groups? Discuss ways in which society can break this cycle of separation.

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Definitions:

Nature Versus Nurture

A debate concerning the relative importance of an individual's innate qualities ("nature") versus personal experiences ("nurture") in determining or causing differences in physical and behavioral traits.

Heredity

Heredity is the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.

Environment

The surrounding conditions or influences that affect the growth, development, and survival of organisms, including humans.

Theoretically Diverse

Encompassing or combining ideas from multiple theories or disciplines.