... . Different parts of their bodies grow at different rates during puberty. As a result of this development, most teens temporarily look and feel awkward and different (Cole 40). According to many theories, these hormonal changes make young teens moody, irritable and depressed. This psychological theory can be proven through many examples in the story of ET. ET, himself, is out-of-this ... , he is out all night alone, he trespasses, he runs from the police, and the car theft. Elliot also gives great testimony to adolescence by ignoring adult commands, using foul language, lying about illnes...

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