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This article provides a systematic analysis of the psychological characteristics of age-related mechanisms of social adaptation, the dynamics of their formation, and the patterns of change across different developmental stages. Social adaptation includes processes through which an individual adjusts to societal demands, develops the ability to perform social functions, regulates personal behavior, and masters social roles. From the perspective of developmental and age psychology, each age period is characterized by specific mechanisms of adaptation: at the age of 7–10, adaptation is mainly formed through imitation, emotional support, and play activities; at 11–16, identification, peer influence, and the desire for social status become the key factors. At 17–25, processes of reflection, goal orientation, professional self-awareness, and internal self-regulation become stronger.
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