Jui-Jui has a need to achieve independence. He dreams daily of leaving home and getting his own apartment; however, because he lives in a neighborhood full of houses, he would have to go some distance to find an apartment that he could afford. This move would mean that he would distance himself from his friends. This example is a common dilemma for many teens. Which of the following conflicts that most teens face is most applicable to Jui-Jui's situation?

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Jui-Jui is facing a conflict between his need for autonomy (independence) and his need for belonging (remaining close to his friends). This is a common dilemma for many teens who are trying to establish their own identities while also navigating social relationships.

Jui-Jui Has a Need to Achieve Independence