The relationship between backpacking and adaptation to the workforce during emerging adulthood

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ID12855616
AuthorsNurit Benolol (corresponding author)
Year2017
Volume59
Issue3
Pages195-205
Publication date2017-07-03
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueWorld Leisure & Recreation (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1026-1133 • E-ISSN: 2333-4509
PublisherTaylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/16078055.2017.1345484
OpenAlexW2735779236
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited9

In Israel, as in much of the world, the backtracking trend has grown significantly since its first appearance in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The research discussed in this article tested the relationship between backpacking and adaptation to the workforce as a reflection of the concept of leisure during emerging adulthood specifically examining two issues: (1) The change in the concept of leisure as an activity which requires an investment of time and/or effort and with inherent value. (2) The influence of the backtracking trip on young adults adjusting to the work force. Surprisingly, and contrary to the study’s hypothesis, the experimental group’s adjustment to the work force was not significantly different than that of the control group. It appears that Israeli backpackers actually maintain many aspects of their Israeli culture and Jewish religion during their long trip, which may help explain why their trip does not provide them with greater adaptation skills. This may help explain the findings of this research

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