2. Objectives
Introduce the concept of adolescent identity
Present the general theories on adolescent
identity as a tool in understanding one's self
Integrate one’s knowledge to become an
empowered individual with the strong sense of
commitment and purpose
3. Who am I? )
Now complete this statement..
1. I am __________________ .
2. I am __________________ .
3. I am __________________ .
10. I am __________________ .
4. Self-concept
A person's answer to the question “Who am I?”
Self-schemas – specific beliefs by which you define
yourself. Schemas are mental templates by which
we organize our world.
Possible Selves – our visions of the self we dream of
becoming. It also include the self we fear becoming.
5. Identity
the distinguishing character of the individual: who
each of us is, what our roles are, and what we are
capable of.
personality
self
uniqueness
career choice
6. Five most common ways in which
teens demonstrate their
struggles with identity
Through status symbols. Adolescents try to
establish themselves through prestige — wearing
the right clothes, having the right possessions, from
fashion accessories to mobile phones. These
symbols help form teen identities by expressing
affiliation with specific groups.
7. Five most common ways in which
teens demonstrate their
struggles with identity
Through forbidden behaviors. Teens often feel
that appearing mature will bring recognition and
acceptance. They begin engaging in practices they
associate with adulthood — tabooed pleasures —
such as smoking, drinking, drugs and sexual
activity.
8. Five most common ways in which
teens demonstrate their
struggles with identity
Through rebellion. Rebellion demonstrates
separation. Teens can show that they differentiate
themselves from parents and authority figures,
while maintaining the acceptance of their peers.
9. Five most common ways in which
teens demonstrate their
struggles with identity
Through idols. Celebrities may become “models”
for teens who are looking for a way of
experimenting with different roles. They may
identify with a known figure, trying to become like
that person, and in effect, losing hold of their own
identities. This identification with a well known
personality gives teens a sense of belonging.
10. Five most common ways in which
teens demonstrate their
struggles with identity
Through cliquish exclusion. Teens often can be
intolerant in their exclusion of their peers. Since
they are constantly trying to define and redefine
themselves in relation to others, they do not want
to be associated with anyone having unacceptable
or unattractive characteristics. They try to
strengthen their own identities by excluding those
who are not like themselves.
11. Adolescence
the period from the onset of puberty until the
beginning of adulthood.
the developmental stage between childhood and
adulthood.
characterized major physical, social, cognitive
transitions.
12. Adolescence
A
time of both disorientation and
discovery, adolescence describes the teenage
years between 13 and 19. No longer children
but not yet adults, adolescents struggle with
issues of independence and self-identity. Peer
groups and external appearance tend to
increase in importance.
16. What are my roles?
as a son/daughter of my parents
as a brother/sister to my siblings
as a student
to others.. friends, opposite-sex, to the society
17. Strong identity to adolescence:
having a strong sense of trust in infancy
autonomy in toddlerhood
ability to play as a preschooler years
solid work ethic in the elementary school years
20.
Dimension one is "commitment." People high on
commitment have a firm sense of who they are and
feel strongly about the choices they have made.
People low in identity commitment have an
uncertain sense of self.
22.
Dimension two is "exploration." If you are high on
the exploration dimension, you are actively
questioning your sense of self and looking for ways
to come to a decision.
23. Four Identity Statuses by James Marcia
A person has explored
alternative paths and
made a commitment.
Ex. An individual might
examined a number of
careers over an extended
period of time and decided
to pursue one
wholeheartedly.
24. Four Identity Statuses by James Marcia
A person has not yet
explored meaningful
alternatives and has
not yet begun to
explore different career
options and personal
values.
25. Four Identity Statuses by James Marcia
A person is exploring
alternative paths but
has not yet made a
commitment.
Ex. College students –
choice of career.
26. Four Identity Statuses by James Marcia
A person makes a
commitment to an
identity before
exploring various
options.
Ex. An adolescent might say
that she wants to be a
architect because that what
her parents wants to be,
rather than exploring career
options and then deciding
on her own to be a architect.
27. For each question, pick the choice that is closest
to the way you feel right now.
1. Politics is something that:
a. I can never be too sure about because things change so fast.
But I do think it's important to know what I can politically stand
for and believe in.
b. I haven't really considered because it doesn't excite me much.
c. I feel pretty much the same way as my family. I follow what they
do in terms of voting and such.
d. I have thought through. I realize I can agree with some and not
other aspects of what my family believes.
28. For each question, pick the choice that is closest
to the way you feel right now.
2. When it comes to religion,
a. I'm not sure what religion means to me. I'd like to make up my
mind but I'm not done looking yet.
b. I don't give religion much thought and it doesn't bother me one
way or the other.
c. I've gone through a period of serious questions about faith and
can now say I understand what I believe in as an individual.
d. I've never really questioned my religion. If it's right for my family
it must be right for me.
29. For each question, pick the choice that is closest
to the way you feel right now.
3. Regarding my career choice
a. I haven't really settled on a career and I'm just taking whatever
jobs are available until something good comes along.
b. I'm still trying to decide where my career interests lie and actively
thinking about what jobs will be right for me.
c. I thought a little about my career, but there's never really any
question since my parents said what they wanted for me.
d. It took me a while to figure it out, but now I really know that
I am on the right career path.
30. For each question, pick the choice that is closest
to the way you feel right now.
4. With regard to men's and women's roles:
a. my views are identical to those of my family. What has worked
for them will obviously work for me
b. I've never really seriously considered men's and women's roles.
It just doesn't seem to concern me.
c. I've spent some time thinking about men's and women's roles
and I've decided what works best for me.
d. There are so many ways to define men's and women's role;
I'm trying to decide what will work for me.
32. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 1. Know Yourself
Explore your identity. Find out who you really are.
Success depends upon self-awareness.
33. To know yourself is the fi
and most important, step
the process of pursuing yo
dreams and goals.
Reality Check: Who Are You?
1. Who are the type of people you most admire? Why?
2. If you could be like anyone, who would it be? Why?
3. What makes you happy?
4. What makes you sad?
5. What are the three things you are most afraid of, and why?
34. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 2. Create Your Vision
A well-defined vision enables you to make
meaningful, realistic goals for your personal life.
35. Your talents are your gift
When you express those gift
the world opens up to you
Building on Pleasures and Talents
1. What do you like doing most? Why?
2. What gives your life meaning? When do you feel most
energized, alive?
3. What do you look forward to doing more than anything
else?
36. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 3. Develop Your Plans
Create a plan of action that allows you to work
toward your goals.
37. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 4. Set Rules
You need guidelines to keep you on track,
such characteristics as honesty, trust,
hard work, determination,
and a positive attitude.
38. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 5. Take Risks
Make the leap. To grow, you have to leave your
comfort zone. Remember, risk is a natural part of life;
staying the same is standing still, and change (growth)
means risk.
39. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 6. Accept Change
If you keep doing what you’ve always done,
you’ll get the same results.
40. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 7. Build Your Dream Team
Build supportive relationships with mentors and
peers who can help you toward your goals.
41. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 8. Win by a Decision
What you are in this world is the result
of the decisions you’ve made so far in your life.
The choices you make now will be one of your
greatest challenges. Consider carefully how
they will impact your personal life, family,
profession and career, and, of course,
your long-term vision.
42. 9-Step Success Process:Teens Can Make It Happe
by Stedman Graham
Step 9. Commit to Your Vision
Put all your energy and effort into
achieving your goals. Enthusiasm
and commitment generate excellence,
and that leads to success. The challenge
is to develop the ability to coexist with the
world as it changes, never giving in
and never giving up.
43. A Teenager's Prayer
by J. Morse
Each day brings new beginnings
Decisions I must make
I am the only one to choose
The road that I will take
44. A Teenager's Prayer
by J. Morse
I can choose to take the road of life
That leads to great success
Or travel down the darkened road
That leads to great distress
45. A Teenager's Prayer
by J. Morse
Please open up my eyes, dear Lord
That I might clearly see
Help me stand for what is right
Bring out the best in me
46. A Teenager's Prayer
by J. Morse
Help, Lord, to just say "no"
When temptation comes my way
That I might keep my body clean
And fit for life each day
47. A Teenager's Prayer
by J. Morse
When my teenage years are over
I know that I will see
That life is lived its very best
With you walking next to me.
49. Thank you!
Reynante S. Tagum
High School Life Coach
Don
Bosco Technical College – Mandaluyong City
0922.554.5115
reynantetagum@yahoo.com
50. Reference
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http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201203/are-you-having-identity-crisis
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