Catching up with the fast lane - the adolescent
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Authors
Gouws, Fredrika Elizabeth (Eldrie)
Issue Date
2012-09-04
Type
Inaugural Lecture
Language
en
Keywords
Adolescent , Societal change , Educational reform , Technological advances , Development
Alternative Title
Abstract
The 21st century has changed the life world of the adolescent forever. Amidst the demands of contemporary society, adolescents face far more challenges than their parents did two decades ago. Factors such as societal change, educational reform and technological advances contribute to the changing life world of the adolescent, moving them into the fast lane. However, before we turn our attention to these aspects, we need to be reminded of what adolescent development comprises.