Personality Traits in Teens

Not all teenagers are the same. Indeed, every teenager has his own personality, his own likes and dislikes, and his own way of looking at the world. However, there are a number of common threads that run through teenagers. These personality traits come from the transition from childhood to adulthood. Teenagers are looking for independence, and they do so in a variety of different ways.

  1. Identity Shifting

    • Teens often change their interests, clothing style and general identity on a fairly regular basis. This is because they are exploring themselves as an individual, rather than as an extension of their parents. So, don't be surprised if your teen's music tastes change drastically from year to year. Teens are figuring out who they are, and this is a trial-and-error process.

    Moodiness

    • Teenagers can be extremely moody. This is partly hormonal and partly because of the identity process they are going through. Spending time thinking about who she is are and where she's going can make it hard to maintain a stable mood. After all, if she's not sure about what makes her happy, it's hard for her to consistently be happy. The same goes for crankiness and every other mood, which can change dramatically as the result of tiny stimuli.

    Privacy

    • While a 10-year-old may not mind you going into his room, a teenager almost certainly will. This is because teenagers are starting to develop a feeling of a right to privacy. They live in your house, but they want a clear division between your domain and theirs. This is reasonable to some extent, but teenagers sometimes need a reminder as to how much rent they pay and how much privacy that earns.

    Risk-Taking

    • Teenagers often take risks because they want to be adults but lack the maturity to make adult decisions. It is not uncommon for teenagers to take risks and experiment with sex, drugs and alcohol. Most people make it through their teen years in spite of these behaviors, but you should be aware of the fact that risk-taking is more likely than not.

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