Teen rebellion is a problem that's been around ever since teenagers have. Almost every teen goes through some sort of rebellious stage in or after the precious years of puberty. It's a problem that's caused by a number of attributes, the two main being teenage hormones and attitude. It's a superiority syndrome that teens get to let the world "adults" know that their views and opinions are not to be reckoned with. And with such a stubborn mindset that teen rebellion comes with, it can sometimes be impossible to tell them otherwise or make them listen to reason. A plethora of teens go through it, lots do it just to show off and some do it because of an incredible feeling of "self- righteousness". With appropriate action, teen rebellion is a problem that I believe can be improved upon. .
In the handout, there is a story that depicts the life of a "Hell's Angel". In one situation the teacher reprimands Sonny, the writer of the book, and warns the student only to have Sonny go about jumping on his back and holding on " like a pissed off monkey"(15). This is a prime example in my opinion of a kid acting from the depths of a bruised ego, for he grew up in a mixed family situation. At the age of puberty, especially in males, teens receive a strong defense mechanism against when being embarrassed in front of a group of their peers. They feel they can't be shunned without a fight. This isn't just a speculation; it comes purely from long years of personal experience.
The environment that ones grows up in also has a significance to the development of a child. The development and evolution as well as the environment that he or she grows up in, can shape a child with such appeal that it cannot be duplicated. "The environment is just as important as the genes"(2), quoted by Judith Harris, is a clear example of my thoughts. .
As a teen I've found this sort of behavior starts right about the same time as puberty and starts to deteriorate at about the age of 19.