PS276 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Baby Boom, Siriusxm Progress, Social Disorganization Theory
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Becoming an adult member of society, accompanied as it is by increases in responsibilities and freedom has an impact on the development of autonomy/independence. Changes in social definition often bring changes in relationships with others. Social redefinition: the process through which an individual"s position or status is redefined by society. Age of majority: the designated age at which an individual is recognized as an adult. Changes in status at adolescence also may affect development in the domain of sexuality. Statutory rape: sex between two individuals, even when it is consensual, when at least one of the persons is below the legal age of consent in the us, the specific age of consent varies from state to state. Adolescence today lasts longer than ever before because young people go through puberty earlier and enter into adult roles of work and family.
