Problems of Adolescence A detailed discussion about the various developmental characteristics and the Problems of adolescence are described In this context. An analysis of these characteristics and needs definitely will throw some light on the problems (Problems of adolescence) faced by the adolescent. Because there is a direct relationship between these three factors various developments such […]

 This is a span of years during which boys and girls move from childhood to adulthood mentally, emotionally, socially, and physically. Adolescence is a period of stress and strain. And it is the stage of mal-adjustment for an individual. This is a period of experience of complexity for both boys and girls. Those all about because of the nature of the physical and mental development of the individual.

At the time of formulating the objectives of education and framing the curricula, a teacher must take into consideration the needs and requirements of the adolescents. Because, unless the needs of the adolescents are reflected upon the system of education, it would merely be a waste and failure. Therefore, a teacher must understand the special needs of adolescents.

In a broader sense, there are two branches of psychology. i.e. 1. pure psychology and 2. applied psychology. The previous branches belong to the pure branch. The knowledge of such pure branches is applicable to the modification of human behavior in some practical fields. Such fields where the knowledge of psychology is being applied are called applied psychology. Few branches of this category (Applied psychology) are as follows.

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT The role of a teacher is vital today. There is a huge difference between a teacher-centered education and a child-centered education. In teacher-centered education, the process of learning depends on the interest of a teacher, but in child-centered education, the learning process depends according to the need of a child. That needs