The Culture of Adolescent Risk-Taking

by Cynthia Lightfoot

Book Overview

Drawing on psychological and anthropological theories of self and social development, this volume explores the relationship between adolescent risk-taking and peer group culture. Taking an interpretive perspective, the book views risk-taking as a dramatic experience which provides teens with a sense of self and social identity; promotes cohesion between members of teen groups; sets them apart from other teen groups; and sets the teen community apart...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1572302321
• ISBN13: 9781572302327
• Release Date: March 1997
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 187 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"