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