The mother of a 15-year-old boy expresses sadness to the nurse that her son is "much more connected to his friends than his family." What understanding would benefit this parent? Select all that apply.
a) Adolescents need parental support and guidance as they move toward greater peer involvement.
b) Peers provide opportunity to learn and practice social roles.
c) Peers can be positive or negative influences.
d) Peers are needed for emotional security while stepping away from family.
Answer:
• Adolescents need parental support and guidance as they move toward greater peer involvement.
• Peers provide opportunity to learn and practice social roles.
• Peers can be positive or negative influences.
• Peers are needed for emotional security while stepping away from family.