Understanding Adolescents Risk Behaviours And The Role Of Child Development Influences

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 Adolescent risk behaviours, such as substance abuse, reckless driving, illicit sex, gambling, drunkenness, cultism, armed robbery, and thuggery are a major concern for parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and society at large. These unwholesome behaviours can have serious consequences for adolescents' physical and mental health, and can impact their future opportunities and well-being. Child development influences, including biological, psychological, and social factors, play a significant role in shaping adolescents' risk behaviours.

* Biological influences:

1. Brain development:

The adolescent brain is still developing, and this impact decision-making and impulse control.

2. Hormonal changes:

The surge of hormones during puberty can lead to increased emotional reactivity and impulsivity.

* Psychological influences:

1. Identity formation:

Adolescents are exploring their identities and may engage in risk behaviours as a way to assert independence or fit in with peers.

2. Emotional regulation:

Adolescents may struggle with regulating their emotions, leading to impulsive decisions and risk-taking behaviours.

* Social influences:

 1. Peer influence:

Adolescents are highly influenced by their peers, and may engage in risk behaviours to fit in or gain social validation.

2. Family dynamics:

Family conflicts, parental substance abuse addiction, or neglect can increase the likelihood of adolescents risk behaviours.

* Examples of adolescents risk behaviours:

1. Substance abuse:

 Adolescents may experiment with substances, such as alcohol, marijuana, or hard drugs, as a way to cope with stress or fit in with peers.

2. Reckless driving:

Adolescents may engage in reckless driving behaviours, such as speeding or texting messages while driving, due to impulsivity or a sense of invincibility.

3. Premarital sexual affairs:

Adolescents may engage in illicit sexual relationships and end up getting pregnant or infected with terminal diseases, particularly the HIV Aids. As a result of the unwanted pregnancy, they may resort to abortion or dropping out of school. Abortion may lead to death or barrenness due to damage to the womb, while dropping out of school may lead to lack of quality education and poverty in future.

In conclusion, adolescents risk behaviours are influenced by a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors. Understanding these factors can help parents, educators, caregivers, and healthcare providers, develop effective strategies to prevent and intervene in adolescents risk behaviours, promoting healthy development and well-being.

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