Indonesian social media buzzes with the term extended adolescence, or prolonged teenage years, spotlighted by content creator Azkiave's views. Her marriage at 19 to a 29-year-old man has sparked widespread debate on Generation Z maturity. Her statements critique modern social standards for delaying young people's responsibilities.
Jakarta, January 6, 2026 – Content creator Azkia Vidiana Putri, known as Azkiave, aged 19, has drawn attention for sharing views on maturity via Instagram and TikTok @azkiave. Her decision to marry at a young age to a 29-year-old man elicited mixed reactions, from support to criticism, seen as unconventional by some netizens.
Subsequent content from Azkiave addressed Generation Z, education, and critiques of social standards. One viral statement was: "Stop normalisasi 'Dewasa yang Terlambat'. Sadar nggak? Kita dikondisikan untuk merasa belum siap terus. Umur 19 dibilang bocah. Umur 22 dibilang baru lulus. Umur 25 dibilang baru nyoba kerja. Akhirnya? Kita terlena, kita menunda tanggung jawab besar (berkarya) atas nama masih muda."
She also critiqued Generation Z lifestyles: "Padahal dalam fitrah Islam, garis start kedewasaan itu jelas: Akil Baligh. Lalu menjadi Mukalaf." The most controversial remark touched on extended adolescence: "Kita hidup di era Extended Adolescence. Masa remaja yang diperpanjang. Standar dunia yang meninabobokan Gen Z, tenang, masih muda, main-main aja dulu. Tapi Islam menolak itu."
Scientifically, the term is discussed in psychology and sociology. Research from San Diego State University and Bryn Mawr College, published in Child Development journal, analyzed U.S. national survey data from 1976-2016 involving over eight million teens aged 13-19. Findings indicate current teens engage less in traditional adult activities like alcohol consumption or sexual relations, despite social media thought to accelerate maturity. Public responses vary, with some viewing Azkiave's views as inspirational, while others criticize the generalization of diverse economic and social conditions for Generation Z.
