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Toni-Rose Gbargaye

Professor Coleman

Psych 150

14 May 2025

Human development is always changing, covering lots of areas like physical, emotional,

cognitive, and social growth. Every life stage plays its part, but adolescence and young adulthood stand

out with their different experiences and changes. Adolescence is often about quick changes and figuring

out who you are, while young adulthood is more about gaining independence and setting life goals. By

looking at both phases, we can see how early experiences influence what comes next.

During adolescence, kids go through noticeable changes. Boys usually see voice changes and gain

muscle, while girls often start their periods and develop more feminine features. Along with these

physical shifts, teens start to think more critically. Many begin to move from concrete to abstract thinking,

as Piaget's theory suggests. Emotionally, teenagers become more self-aware and aware of others. They

might struggle with their identity but also learn empathy and how to manage their feelings. Socially,

friendships become really important, and many teens start to pull away from their parents to fit in with

their peers.

In young adulthood, which usually spans from late teens to early thirties, things change again.

Physical growth levels off, and most people reach their peak in strength and energy. The focus here shifts

to life planning, building a career, going to school, or becoming financially independent. Young adults

keep improving their problem-solving skills and apply them to more complex situations. Erikson pointed

out that this stage's key issue is forming deep relationships, which he called the intimacy versus isolation
conflict. Emotionally, individuals tend to have a better sense of themselves and more self-control. Social

development often includes long-term relationships, starting careers, and sometimes beginning families.

In the end, both adolescence and young adulthood are key times for growth, though in different

ways. Adolescence builds a foundation for self-understanding and independence, while young adulthood

takes that foundation and focuses on lasting relationships and future stability. By understanding the

unique challenges and successes of each stage, we can better support people as they navigate through life.

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