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1 Identity development, gender intensification, and changes in the brain during adolescence Name of the Student Institution Course Tutor Date

2 Question 1 According to Arnett (2007), adolescence is a critical phase in a person's life when they begin to explore their identity and establish a sense of self. According to developmental specialists, teenagers must develop an identity and awareness of who they are. On the other hand, identity development might be a far more complicated process for young people who belong to excluded groups. Lack of representation, repressive systems, and the necessity of intersectionality are three reasons why identity development may be more challenging for young people who belong to underrepresented groups. For starters, a lack of representation in society can substantially impact the development of identity for young people from marginalized groups. These young people may need to see themselves represented in the media, literature, or other forms of popular culture. This makes it challenging for children to develop and maintain a positive sense of self and identity (Arnett, 2007). A young girl from a marginalized racial or ethnic group, for example, may not see a good depiction of people like her in the media and may instead be bombarded with negative stereotypes. This can make it difficult for her to develop a good self-image and a sense of belonging. Second, repressive regimes can complicate identity development for young people from marginalized groups. Racism, sexism, and homophobia can create an environment in which young people believe they must comply with specific standards to be accepted. This can make it challenging to explore their identity and develop an authentic sense of self (Jensen-Arnett, 2004). A young guy from a stigmatized sexual orientation group, for example, may feel pressured to

3 conform to heteronormative ideals in order to be accepted. As a result, he may find it challenging to explore his identity and build a genuine sense of self for himself and his experiences. Finally, when it comes to identity development for young people from marginalized groups, intersectionality is critical. Intersectionality is the idea that people have numerous identities and experiences that influence one another. Young members of numerous marginalized groups may feel pressure to conform to particular expectations based on their multiple identities (Arnett, 2007). This can make it difficult for children to develop a sense of self that is distinct and true to their personal experiences. For example, a young woman belonging to a marginalized racial and religious group may feel pressure to comply with particular expectations based on both identities. This can make it challenging for her to explore her identity and come to terms with whom she is without feeling pressured to adhere to particular expectations. Question 2 The gender intensification hypothesis (GIH), according to Jensen-Arnett (2004), is a theory that suggests that during adolescence, the disparities between males and females become more evident due to greater societal demands to conform to gender roles defined by society. This is particularly true in today's society, when the media significantly promotes and perpetuates gender socialization inequalities. This can significantly impact both boys' and girls' development, and it is critical to understand the many effects that media can have on gender socialization. The media can be viewed as a primary source of gender socialization since it presents stereotyped gender roles that the general public is expected to follow (Arnett, 2007). For example, popular television dramas and movies may portray men as primary breadwinners and women as stay-at-home mothers and carers. This form of representation fosters the notion that

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4 males should be breadwinners and women should handle home tasks. This reinforcement may cause boys and girls to feel pressure to comply with specific gender roles, resulting in a more dramatic gender intensification effect. Gender socialization can also be found on social media. Specific gender roles are reinforced by glancing at the profiles of certain social media celebrities (Jensen-Arnett, 2004). Male influencers, for example, may share photographs of themselves that project strength and dominance, whereas female influencers may post pictures of themselves that project beauty and femininity. This reinforcement may cause boys and girls to feel pressure to conform to specific gender roles, resulting in a more dramatic gender intensification effect. Finally, advertising has been identified as a significant source of gender socialization. Many commercials depict men and women in conventional positions, intending to reinforce gender stereotypes in society (Arnett, 2007). For example, a car commercial might show a male operating the vehicle, whereas a cleaning product advertisement might show a woman utilizing it. This reinforcement may cause boys and girls to feel pressure to conform to specific gender roles, resulting in a more dramatic gender intensification effect. Question 3 Recommendation One: Incorporate More Experiential and Hands-On Learning Opportunities into High School Instruction. The brain experiences fast growth and development during adolescence, particularly in the prefrontal cortex. This part of the brain controls emotion regulation, impulse control, and problem-solving. As a result, the high school curriculum must give students opportunities to develop these abilities through immersive and hands-on learning activities. Allowing students to

5 participate in simulations, role-playing, and other interactive activities, for example, can help them develop the skills necessary to navigate the more complicated world they are entering. According to Dumontheil (2016), these activities can help kids retain the material and build the skills necessary for success after high school. Recommendation Two: Implement Instructional Strategies That Take Adolescent Brain Development into Account. Adolescence is also a time of heightened exploration and risk-taking. As a result, high school instruction must take this into account and employ tactics adapted to adolescents' specific needs. According to Dumontheil (2016), research has found evidence for the effectiveness of instructional strategies, such as giving students numerous problem-solving pathways, allowing for varying levels of effort and tailored training, and boosting student autonomy. These tactics can develop a sense of ownership and interest in learning, leading to better academic success. Furthermore, these tactics can aid in lowering the likelihood of disengagement and dropout, which is a significant issue for many high school students. Overall, including practical and hands-on learning activities and instructional methodologies that account for adolescent brain development can assist high school students in developing the skills necessary for success. These tactics can help increase engagement and learning ownership while also improving academic performance. As a result, the high school curriculum must combine these approaches to guarantee that students are appropriately prepared for the challenges that await them after graduation.

6 References Arnett, J. J. (2007). Emerging adulthood: A cultural approach. Dumontheil, I. (2016). Adolescent brain development. Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences, 10, 39-44. Jensen-Arnett, J. (2004). Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood: A Cultural Approach 2nd Edition. Prentice Hall.

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