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speculation

speculation In this historical psychology source, speculation refers to a stage of reflective questioning and idea-seeking that may appear in later adolescence, alongside doubt, criticism of existing conditions, and ambitions for large reforms or achievements.

In this historical psychology source, speculation refers to a stage of reflective questioning and idea-seeking that may appear in later adolescence, alongside doubt, criticism of existing conditions, and ambitions for large reforms or achievements.

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Drafting source: Baldwin Dictionary of Philosophy and Psychology, 1901. 1901 New York Macmillan original; archive index checked 2026-10-18. “Adolescence” (Adolescence).
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