P E R S O N A L

D E V E L O P M E N T

C H A L L E N G E S O F
M I D D L E A N D L A T E
A D O L E S C E N C E S

PRESENTED BY: GROUP 2

 CHALLENGES OF MIDDLE
AND LATE ADOLESCENCE
Adolescence is the transition period between childhood and early
adulthood. The most rapid stage of human development. The many
physical, sexual, cognitive, social, and emotional changes that happen
during this time can bring anticipation and anxiety for both children and
families. For instance, the feeling of sadness because they are no longer
a child but feel happy at the same time because of the anticipation of
independence, but the desire of freedom will encounter more parental
objection.
HERE IS THE LIST OF THE MOST COMMON
CHALLENGES THAT AN ADOLESCENCE
EXPERIENCING:

1. Physical Changes
Development of full breast in girls can be awkward in the beginning. Girls may
start to feel conscious about their figure
Changes of voice and appearance of facial hair in boys is perhaps the most
prominent change that takes place during adolescence.
Acne is one of the major problems.
Muscle gain sometimes led to excessive body weight in teens.
Body odors becomes evident.
Girls start their periods.
2. Emotional changes and Problems
Teenagers are often confused about their role and are torn between
their responsibilities as growing adults their desires as children.
They tend to be overly emotional.
They are vulnerable to crying.
Mood swings are common among them.
Bodily changes result in self-consciousness.
Feeling of inferiority or superiority may arise at this time.
Sexual feeling arises to them. Feelings and thoughts about sex can
trigger a sense of guilt.

3. Social Changes
Physiologically distance self from parents.
Identify with peer group
Social acceptance depends on observable traits or roles.
Need to be independent from all adults.
Ambivalent about sexual relationships, sexual behavior is exploratory.
4. Behavioral Challenges
Significant development change in the brain makes teens moody, tired and
difficult to deal with.
The raging hormones in teenage boys can even push them to get into physical
confrontations.
As a part of their new-found independence, they may also want to try new
things and take risks, resulting in careless behavior.
Peer pressure and the need to 'fit in' them behave in a certain way or develop
certain habits that are hard to break.
Dressing, hairstyle, and sense of fashion also change, mostly to something that
you may not approve of.
The most troubling behavior is perhaps hanging out with problem kids and
adapting to a dangerous lifestyle.
Lying is one of the common behavioral issues. They may lie to avoid
confrontation with parents or out of fear.
5. Educational Challenges
Pressure to perform academically and obtain college admission can be stressful
and tend them to be moody.
Juggling school work, extra-curricular activities and chores at home can be tiring.
Distractions at school can result in poor academic performance.
These can be more difficult for the teens to face these challenges alone. Family and
relatives play an essential role in their lives because they are the one who give
support. It is important that they feel loved and accepted.

Aside from the family, people around you like your relatives, friends, teachers, these
people play a big role in your life because will help you to understand what you go
through. They will guide you and help you to know your worth as an individual
 THE FOLLOWING ARE SOME
IMPORTANT TIPS THAT WILL HELP YOU
TO OVERCOME CHALLENGES.

•Know your Values

Your values are what you believe in, what you think is right or wrong,
and what is most important to you. Decisions that you'll make will be
based on your values. You draw your values from a variety of sources,
such as parents, family friends, religion, etc.
However, do not 'borrow' other people's values- let your values be
yours.

•Draw up a Plan for your Life

Many successful people set a target for themselves and are goal-
oriented. Have a plan of what you want and how to go about getting it.
Never wait till you get to the bridge before looking for ways to cross
it-decide ahead what you want achieves by the time you are 20, 30, 50,
etc.
•Develop Yourself
Your goals will remain dream unless you develop yourself. Read books on diverse
topics; gather facts about successful people and how they dealt with the difficult
situation they faced. In short broaden your horizon.

•Have a Role Model

Decisions about, sex, drugs and alcohol are usually some of the toughest
decisions you will have to make as an adolescent.
Before you make decisions, get facts about each choice, think properly about
them, i.e., weigh the pros and cons; and discuss available options with your
parents, a trusted friend or adult.
•Be Assertive
Being assertive means expressing your view about an issue without hurting the other
person's feeling. Behavior that enhances assertiveness include honesty, speaking for
yourself communication your feelings as they come up, instead of waiting; and being
direct, i.e., use the "I" word. Communicate your feelings and don't be cajoled into doing
things contrary to your values. However, don't be aggressive-aggressive behavior
shows a lack of concern for the other person's feelings.

Learn a Skill
The feeling that you have a skill is a positive one. There are various skills that you can learn-
computer skills, teaching skills, writing skills, drawing skills or acting skills. These skills could in turn
fetch some money and give you some measure of independence. However, you must be ready to
meet and overcome disappointments. You must be prepared to work as hard and as long as the
situation demands.
•Take Advantage of Holiday Periods
Holiday periods are not meant only for fun and play- they are also a time to do something
different from the routine school work. Holiday periods can be spent learning poetry,
bookkeeping, car maintenance, interior decorating, etc.; or acquiring knowledge about
issues that range from wildlife and nature to politics and government. These you could do
and still have fun.

•Believe in Yourself
Above all, believe in yourself. Many successful people are where they are today,
because of the confidence they have in their abilities. Talking and thinking positively
about you can rise above every difficult situation and make a success of them. Do not
let negative comment from people set you back. Growing up is all about making decisions-
some good, some bad. However, do not let bad decisions discourage you. A popular song
sums it up. "there's a hero if you look inside your heart...