Adolescents: Are they being creative by taking risks?
By Jamianne Kruse
EDI 17 Psychology & Development of Adolescent Students
School of Education
Long Island University, C. W. Post
February 10, 2010
What is it to take a risk? What is risk taking behavior? Does risk taking equal creativity? Today’s discussion dealt with risk taking amongst today’s youth. I thought this was a very powerful and essential discussion to have.
Risking taking in relation to youths is generally seen as ignorant, self-destructive actions that occur due to lack of experience. Many involve sex, drugs, drinking, and especially reckless driving. In relation to my own personal experiences, I fell into the category of reckless driving. When I was younger, I grew up with friends that were predominantly boys who were car crazy. Although I picked up some of the knowledge of cars, I never had the experience with speed or stunts, in which led to ignorant and dangerous experiences. There are numerous occasions in which I truly believe I am blessed to be here today. However, I learned from my mistakes in which I truly believe ignorance is bliss.
Was my risk taking creative? Absolutely not. I chose to conform, and fit in with my friends. Although I didn’t experience peer pressure, it was a feeling of belonging. Most adolescents long for that feeling of belonging in which ultimately leads to conformity.
I personally believe conformity is a large problem with schools today. Every student is expected to go to school, take the required courses to graduate, and pass the regents. There is no room for student creativity. Change is what our society needs. For example, today in class we discussed how risk taking is the furthest thing from creativity. It is a rebellious act of ignorance. However, what if taking risks meant breaking the mold of conformity. Many frown upon those you go against the system, however taking risks often involves change, in which has become necessary within today’s adolescents.
In my opinion, I can’t pinpoint one particular solution. However, what I can do is evaluate what is going on currently. As a future educator I hope to make a difference, however the hardest part is to know where to begin. .
Long Island University, C. W. Post
February 10, 2010
What is it to take a risk? What is risk taking behavior? Does risk taking equal creativity? Today’s discussion dealt with risk taking amongst today’s youth. I thought this was a very powerful and essential discussion to have.
Risking taking in relation to youths is generally seen as ignorant, self-destructive actions that occur due to lack of experience. Many involve sex, drugs, drinking, and especially reckless driving. In relation to my own personal experiences, I fell into the category of reckless driving. When I was younger, I grew up with friends that were predominantly boys who were car crazy. Although I picked up some of the knowledge of cars, I never had the experience with speed or stunts, in which led to ignorant and dangerous experiences. There are numerous occasions in which I truly believe I am blessed to be here today. However, I learned from my mistakes in which I truly believe ignorance is bliss.
Was my risk taking creative? Absolutely not. I chose to conform, and fit in with my friends. Although I didn’t experience peer pressure, it was a feeling of belonging. Most adolescents long for that feeling of belonging in which ultimately leads to conformity.
I personally believe conformity is a large problem with schools today. Every student is expected to go to school, take the required courses to graduate, and pass the regents. There is no room for student creativity. Change is what our society needs. For example, today in class we discussed how risk taking is the furthest thing from creativity. It is a rebellious act of ignorance. However, what if taking risks meant breaking the mold of conformity. Many frown upon those you go against the system, however taking risks often involves change, in which has become necessary within today’s adolescents.
In my opinion, I can’t pinpoint one particular solution. However, what I can do is evaluate what is going on currently. As a future educator I hope to make a difference, however the hardest part is to know where to begin. .
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