Factors Affecting Teenage Millennials To Romantic Relationships Chapter 2
Factors Affecting Teenage Millennials To Romantic Relationships Chapter 2
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II. Review of Related Literature
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Growing number of studies have documented ways in which early childhood
will make. Understanding the influences of the environment, more likely, the status of a
childs setting, culture, and development, are important parts in building the foundation
researches, giving exposure and a new perspective on the comparison of events but now
in a time scape, restoring the previous information based on these studies once again.
information regarding the study. It offers a good starting point of the history as to why
and how the research was conducted that took effect in different time scape. Relatively
concise and up to date studies are primarily the preferred articles used in this chapter
from published relevant facts. Thus, the organization of information was executed
through the relationship of the content not however, by its chronological order of the
Psychologists are studying the millennials and are trying to discover more about
the motivations and desires of a generation often thought of as being narcissistic and self-
absorbed, said by Jean Twenge (2016). Psychology Today (2016) collected many of the
perceived weaknesses in one paragraph: "They seek constant feedback and immediate
gratification. They multitask and cannot focus. They are sensitive to criticism and unable
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to work alone. They refuse to pay their dues. Don't even mention their (limited) verbal
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and writing skills."
However, according to the current census, millennials comprise more than half of
the Philippine population. Majority of Filipinos are very young - and indeed this means
that, if we trust Rizals genius, we have a lot to hope for. With their constant desire for
something new, for bold ideas, and their optimism all contribute to a greater
so much time actually teaching them or spoon-feeding them, Krishna Alejandrino (2016)
once said.
There is so much more to the millennial generation than just gadget-obsession and
lack of staying put (they love moving around). Given guidance from people who have
their best interest in mind this generation can accomplish so much. Yet, will conscious
attitude win by being frightened of social exclusion, to easily flow with what the culture
wants?
essential for them to gain decision-making skills. During this period, it involves a
transition from immaturity to maturity (Commendador, 2010). Furman (2002) noted that
young people spend a great deal of time thinking about, talking about, and being in
superficial. Young people do not agree: half of all teens report having been in a dating
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relationship and nearly one-third of all teens said they have been in a serious relationship.
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Moreover, children who form secure attachments to their primary care givers (usually
their mothers) develop a sense of self that leads to positive relationships with others
(Updegraff, Leonard, 2002). This closeness and involvement can reduce sexual behavior
develop social skills, and helping the adolescent feel more competent and increase self-
During adolescence, relationships between parents and teens are more often
autonomous and take on more adult roles. They also develop their own ideas and start
mapping their own lives. They begin to spend more time with and value their friends
more than they used to (De Guzman 2007). Thus, it might seem as if they are starting to
cut ties with parents and reject their ideals. In fact, rather than cutting off ties, teens are
just renegotiating the parent-child relationship. What this means is that they are
maturity. As teens become more mature, the type of relationship they have with their
parents naturally begin to shift as the teen begins to mature. (Neb Guide 2007)
A research from Casper (1990) found that family interaction was not associated
revealed that parental influence seemed to influence the delay of initiation of engaging to
love interests by affecting attitude toward behavior. Although maternal discussions play a
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With this at hand, is open communication the sole integral factor to a teenagers
rightful actions? Upon grasping an open communication, will other factors inevitably
follow, or are there separate entities that must to be achieved? Can this be set as an
of influences that can affect adolescents. Although the magnitude of the social settings
impact is uncertain and difficult to measure, here are the following conditions that may
Connell et al., 1995; National Research Council, 1993; and Wilson, 1991).
1. The decline in economic security (including decreasing real earnings and rising
6. The role of illegal or underground economies in providing for basic goods and
services.
community perceptions of contextual factors. Connet et al. (1995) added that these
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variations are factors that can foster alienation, contempt, and an oppositional culture
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among young people, especially those who have contact with mainstream organizations
Over the past two decades, as the major settings of adolescent life have become
"increasing numbers of youths are falling into the juvenile system" (National Research
Council, 1993). Such trends place an enormous stress on an individual at a time when
large number of his/her group are entering a juvenile action at their own choice. The
modification of this matter plays a role to his/her self-esteem, thus entering for
experience by having the capability to adapt and join the overall ambiance of the room,
Does social class differ in the influence of culture on teenagers? If so, how does
the reason behind this practice their beliefs on the way of their living and decision-
making? Can a social setting affect the maturity level of individuals within its proximity
of culture?
During adolescence, peers play a large part in a young persons life even while
the family continues to be significant. In general, peer friendships offer youth with many
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possible opportunities despite the negative connotations that peer relationships have too
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many of us (De Guzman 2007).
Many young girls accept proposals for dates just to be with someone due to the
fear of being alone and left out. According to a research of Alfonso Osario (2009)
Relationships, love and sexuality: what the Filipino teens think and feel, participants were
asked how often they got information regarding love and sexuality from different
sources. The source most often marked as "always" or "almost always" by males and
females, was, by far, friends (69.6% for the males and 57.5% for the females), followed,
in the case of males, by the Internet and youth magazines (27.1%); and, in the case of
forming a sense of identity wherein young people find their inspiration through their
peers, in the process of refining their personal values and determining their goals in
On the other hand, According to Arnet (as cited in Fincham & Cui, 2011) "late
adolescents" is the stage where teenagers experienced how to be totally and socially
independent. This is the time for curiosity & explorations in choosing and having a
partner, exploring this curiosity somehow leads to romantic relationship. However, this
kind of relationship may not lead to a pleasant and intense love affair. This is just a result
of their inquisitive mind and a sort of finding on how to fit into the world. What is life all
about? Questions such as these assume special significance during teenage years, as
adolescents seek to find their place in broader and social world. This quest takes
In addition, the overall comprehension as to why they set goals onto relationships as if it
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