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In the psychology context, an adolescent refers to an individual in the transitional stage of development between childhood and adulthood, typically ranging from around 12 to 18 years of age, although this can vary. This developmental period is characterized by significant physical, psychological, emotional, and social changes. Adolescents undergo puberty, which brings about hormonal changes that affect physical growth and sexual development. Psychologically, this is a time of identity exploration, cognitive development, and increased independence from parents and other adults.

Deutsch: Adoleszente Egozentrik / Español: Egocentrismo Adolescente / Português: Egocentrismo Adolescente / Français: Égocentrisme de l'adolescent / Italiano: Egocentrismo dell'adolescente /

Adolescent egocentrism refers to self -absorption that is characteristic of teenagers as they search for identity.

Adolescent growth spurt refers to a period of rapid physical growth that peaks in girls at about age 12 and in boys at about age 14. It is a a noticeable increase in height and weight during adolescence.

Adolescent rebellion refers to a pattern of emotional turmoil which is the characteristic of a minority of Adolescents. Adolescent rebellion may involve conflict with family, alienation from adult society, reckless behavior, and rejection of adult values.

Adolescent-Limited (AL) Path refers to a Developmental pathway to Antisocial Behavior whereby the child's Antisocial Behavior begins around puberty, continues into adolescence, and later desists in young adulthood.

Adolescent-limited Antisocial behavior refers to the Behavior of youth who engage in relatively minor criminal acts but are not consistently antisocial.

Adolescent-limited offender refers to an individual who usually demonstrates delinquent or antisocial behavior only during his or her teen years then stops offending during the adult years

Adolescent-Onset Conduct Disorder refers to a specific type of Conduct Disorder for which the characteristics are not exhibited prior to 10 years of age.