What sociocultural influences played a role in your identity formation?

UNIT 4 DISCUSSION

After completing the readings in Unit 4 and further researching the topic, post a two-paragraph response to the following:
Think about your own adolescent years.
• How would you describe your self-esteem and sense of identity during adolescence, and how did it evolve?
• What sociocultural influences played a role in your identity formation? How did your relationship with your parent(s) influence your identity development?
Please make sure that your discussion comments abide by the Netiquette policy outlined in the syllabus.

# 2 – THE TEENAGE YEARS

Pretend that you are a psychologist who is meeting with a client concerned about her 14-year-old. Your client tells you that she is not sure what to expect, now that her child is becoming a teenager. She asks you, “What is going to happen to my child biologically, psychologically, and socially over the next few years?” She also wants to know how she can build a strong relationship with her teenage child and better cope during these many developments.
Write a 2-3 page paper addressing your client’s questions and concerns. Be sure to cite the unit readings and/or outside sources to support your facts and statements. Include both in-text citations and a reference page, in APA format.