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Child Dev May 2015 PMID 24919537

What ever happened to the "cool" kids? Long-term sequelae of early adolescent pseudomature behavior.

Joseph P Allen, Megan M Schad, Barbara Oudekerk, Joanna Chango

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The discussions display a general recognition of the article's significance, exemplified by comments like 'Joe Allen's paper?' which show curiosity about the research, and a mention of the publication's title, indicating an interest level. The tone remains casual and questions-focused, suggesting residents see the topic as relevant but are not deeply examining its broader implications.

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Abstract in brief

  • Early adolescent pseudomature behavior, which includes minor delinquency and precocious romantic involvement, is often seen as a typical part of growing up, but when it occurs early, it may be driven by an overemphasis on impressing peers.
  • While initially linked to short-term social success and a desire for peer popularity, long-term follow-up showed that early pseudomature behavior predicts future relationship problems, substance abuse, and criminal activity.
  • The study highlights the importance of early behavioral patterns in adolescence as potential indicators of long-term adjustment issues, emphasizing the need to understand and address these behaviors early on.
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@patty_kuo @NeRDlabPete Joe Allen's paper? https://t.co/kuZcMiYH9E

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@MrBrain314 De rien humains https://t.co/wJjNuLnfKq

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Mitch Prinstein
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@patty_kuo @NeRDlabPete Joe Allen's paper? https://t.co/kuZcMiYH9E

Oct 23, 2020 · 6 likes · 9,803 followers View post →
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What Ever Happened to the “Cool” Kids? Long‐Term Sequelae of Early Adolescent Pseudomature Behavior https://t.co/ntVRyNGfYu

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