Adolescent Portraits illustrates the contemporary theories and research that surround adolescent development today through 18 first-person accounts written by young adults. These real-life cases represent an extremely rich and penetrating way to examine the adolescent moment. Also included is a table that categorizes each case by theme. This new edition features 3 follow-ups in which the author reflects on the changes of interests and values over an extended time period. Designed to complement any adolescent development text, this text is an essential resource for any student interested in the adolescent experience.