Table of Contents

Introduction
PART I. ADOLESCENT INTELLIGENCE
The Rise of Intelligence During Adolescence
Egocentrism and Egocentric Thought. Fables and Fabled Thinking
The Emotionalization of Thought
The Manipulation of Arguments
Why Adolescents Have Trouble Thinking Clearly
PART II. ADOLESCENT SELFISHNESS
The Dynamics of Self-Absorption
Adolescence and Narcissism
Developmental Selfishness
Narcissistic Selfishness
The Narcissistic Style
PART III. ADOLESCENT COMPANIONSHIP, FRIENDSHIP, AND LOVE
Treaties, Alliances, and the Beginnings of Mature Friendship
The Psycho-Economics of Teen Approval
Primitive and Mature Intimacy During Adolescence
The Inherent Selfishness of Youth and its Role in Adolescent Love
Final Thoughts on the Predispositions that Shape the Adolescent Character
Notes
References
Author Index
Subject Index

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