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HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT (the role of peer relationships through the lifespan. play supports development. education impacts social development

Topic: Movies and teen pressures. Do movies accurately portray the struggles of teens?

To prepare for this Discussion:

· View one of the movies from the list below.

Movie Options:

· Thirteen

· Kids

· Menace II Society

· The Breakfast Club

· Dazed and Confused

· Rebel without a Cause

· Pleasantville

· Mean Girls

· Provide a brief summary of the movie you selected.

· Does this movie offer an accurate depiction of adolescence?

· What themes are represented throughout the film that is discussed in your text on the development of identity and psychosocial development?

· How is peer influence depicted? What does current research say about the social influences of peers? At what age does peer influence peak?

· How do parenting styles affect the adolescent characters?

Share any personal thoughts, not on the acting within the film, but on the issues presented in the film.

Research:

Make sure you are reinforcing your stance with valid explanation, relevant research and personal insights.

Reference: List at least one resource (not including your textbook) to substantiate your stance.