1. Early adolescence / preadolescence (ages 10 to 13)
Social development becomes very important in daily life, influencing how adolescents relate to their environment and peers.
2. Middle adolescence (ages 14 to 16)
- Cognitive: Abstract thinking develops, along with the ability to question rules and norms.
- Identity: The formation of a personal identity begins, along with the consolidation of personal values.
3. Late adolescence (ages 17 to 19)
A stage of greater stability and transition toward adulthood.
- Identity: Personal identity and established values are consolidated.
- Emotional: Greater acceptance of one’s body and improved impulse control.
- Social: Increased autonomy in decision-making and the definition of vocational or professional goals.
