In terms of adolescent friendships, girls tend to focus more on agentic goals, while boys tend to focus on communal goals.

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This statement is false. Research has shown that both girls and boys value both agentic and communal goals in their friendships, although girls may prioritize communication and emotional support more, while boys may prioritize shared activities and status within the group.

In Terms of Adolescent Friendships, Girls Tend to Focus More