A STUDY ON DEVELOPMENT OF AUTONOMY IN ADOLESCENCE

Authors

  • PRAMILA KUMARI Research Scholar (JRF) Department of Education M.D.U. Rohtak

Keywords:

individuation, individuality, connectedness, Autonomy, Adolescent

Abstract

Achieving Autonomy :  The process of defining the self leads to a renegotiation of the parent-child relationship during adolescence. This renegotiation initially is prompted by the biological changes of puberty and changes in the way adolescents think. Adolescents become more autonomous as they choose to be part of the decision-making process, asking to be treated as more adult and taking responsibility for the consequences of the decisions they make. 

The Role of Parents: The role parents play in the development of autonomy can be thought of (1) as promoting independence, in which adolescents must first distance themselves emotionally from their parents, or (2) as promoting self-determination by helping adolescents discover their interests and values. Self-determination contributes to self-esteem and well-being.

Connectedness with Parents: The sense of oneself that adolescents achieve as they distinguish their own attitudes and beliefs from those of their parents and become more self-governing is termed individuation. Family characteristics of individuality and connectedness facilitate the process of identity achievement. These qualities of family life help adolescents explore options while feeling emotionally supported even when family disagreements arise. 

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Published

15-11-2016

How to Cite

PRAMILA KUMARI. (2016). A STUDY ON DEVELOPMENT OF AUTONOMY IN ADOLESCENCE. International Education and Research Journal (IERJ), 2(11). Retrieved from https://ierj.in/journal/index.php/ierj/article/view/524