An intimate relation

Subtitle:adolescent development, self-disclosure, and privacy

Adolescence is characterized by fundamental transitions in identity development, autonomy, intimacy, sexuality, and achievement. In these developments, self-disclosure and privacy play an important role. Young people develop their own sense of privacy, which plays an important part in the transitions that adolescents experience, not only in their identity and growing autonomy from their parents, but also in reaching a level of intimacy with chosen others when developing tight friendships, but also when engaging in romantic relationships. In these relationships, young people share intimate thoughts and feelings online. How these forms of intimate communication both include opportunities and risks, is discussed. Finally, conclusions are drawn, and recommendations are given for further research.

ISBN:978-1-032-11161-2

Publication year:2023

Keywords:H1 Book chapter

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