Adolescent vs Senior Citizen

Psychology 312-Spring 2009

Mr. Wilemski

Angela Faul

February 26, 2009

      Interview of an adolescent: Name: Star Thomas, 15 Years old

    1. How do you feel about school?
        -Feels that it is useful, especially for later in life.
      How much time do you spend doing homework?
        - About an hour a day.
        What do you plan to do when you graduate?
        - She plans on going to college for her PHD, and would like to concentrate on cardiology.
    2. Do you have a part time job?
        -No.
        Do you want to work?
        -Yes, but says she’s only 15, she will go job hunting when she turns 16.
    3. What kind of clothes do your friends wear?
        -Name brands like Coogi, Dareon, Aeropostale, and American Eagle.
        How important is fashion to you?
        -Very important, she likes to look good.
    4. Do you   have a boyfriend?\
        -Yes
        If so, how old were you when you began dating?
        -14
        When are you allowed to go on a date?
        -She’s allowed to date on weekends after her chores are done.
        What do you do on a date?
        -Watch movies, argue, and going out to eat.
    5. Would you like to make a comment about sexual behavior and activities of
        your generation? She thinks they go too far for their age.
    6. How do you spend your free time?
        -Talking on the phone, babysitting, and at her boyfriend’s house.
    7. When you get together with your friends what do you do?
        -Riding around and shopping.
    8. What is your biggest problem in life right now?
        -Her attitude, gets her in trouble a lot.
    9. What do you see as the main difference between yourself and teenagers 50
        years ago?
        - This generation is more laid back and has more freedom.
        What do you think of today’s teenagers?
        - “I think they are tripping.”

      Interview of an Senior Citizen:Willie Burleigh, 78 years... [continues]

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