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Age 5
Can take on responsibilities for self. Investigates everything. Eats more than before -
Age 6
Independent. Always in motion but clumsy. Has temper tantrums -
Age 7
Cares what others think. Complains a lot. Feels mistreated -
Age 8
Sensitive to parents approval. Cries when tired. Sees situations as black and white. -
Age 9
Becomes more awkward. Thinks adults are stupid. Rebels against too many rules. -
Age 10
Accepts parents wishes. Sees rules as flexible. Makes excuses for misbehavior. -
Age 11
Develops strong friendships. Wants to make own decisions. Hormones influence behavior. -
Age 12
Wants guidance from parents. Embarrassed over body changes. Feels embarrassed to be seen in public with parents. -
Age 13
Feels the need to be left alone at home. Feelings are easily hurt. Looks become more important. -
Age 14
Likes trying new things. Has fewer mood swings. Strong sense of accomplishment. -
Age 15
Wants more freedom. Believes they are almost invincible. Begins comparing life to older peers. -
Age 16
Difficulty holding back. Preference for physical activity. Preference for high excitement and low effort activities. -
Age 17
Poor planning. Rarely thinks of negative consequences. Poor judgement. -
Age 18
Impulsive behaviors. More likely to experiment with drugs. Difficulty controlling emotions.
