PSYCHOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PROCESS OF SELF-AWARENESS IN ADOLESCENCE
Abstract
This article explores the psychological characteristics of the process of self-awareness in adolescence, focusing on the internal mechanisms of identity formation, emotional regulation, and social interaction. Adolescence represents a transitional stage marked by profound cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes that significantly influence self-concept development. The study emphasizes how environmental, familial, and cultural contexts shape the adolescent’s ability to form a stable sense of self.
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