Problem: Bowen Family Systems theory (BFST) has eight concepts (see image below). During adolescence, we want to see kids become more focused on their individual needs from their worldview. Differentiation of self and emotional cutoff occur naturally in adolescence as a normative developmental phenomenon. Many parents and caregivers may identify their kids as "rebellious, rule-breakers, argumentative, isolating, etc." When we focus on behaviors and attitudes from the developmental stages of identity and role confusion (Erikson)/formal operational (Piaget) thinking, we gain a better understanding of the problems that may be present and interfere with the successful transition from adolescence to adulthood. Reply to my instructor. Need Assignment Help?