The dimensions of successful young adult development
A conceptual and measurement framework
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15029191 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Peter C Scales (0000-0003-3418-9852, Search Institute, corresponding author), Peter L Benson, Peter Benson (0009-0009-4160-8403, Search Institute), Sabrina Oesterle (0000-0002-2898-6145, University of Washington), Karl G Hill, Sheryl A Hemphill (0000-0001-8342-1561, University of Washington), J David Hawkins (University of Washington), Travis J Pashak (0000-0001-6951-5334, Saginaw Valley State University) |
| Year | 2016 |
| Volume | 20 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 150-174 |
| Publication date | 2016-07-02 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Applied Developmental Science (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1088-8691 • E-ISSN: 1532-480X |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/10888691.2015.1082429 |
| PMID | 30344455 |
| OpenAlex | W2212682591 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 95 |
| References cited | 172 |
In this article, we draw on the theoretical and empirical literature to name what appear to be core dimensions of successful young adult development. We also describe some possible indicators and measures of those dimensions and sketch the kinds of developmental relationships and opportunities young people need in adolescence to effectively transition to a successful young adulthood, as well as the developmental relationships and opportunities young adults need for continued well-being. We name eight social, psychological, behavioral, educational, occupational, health, ethical, and civic dimensions of successful young adult development, and suggest that only a minority of adolescents are well-prepared to make a transition to successful young adulthood. The goal of the article is twofold: to contribute to the articulation of and consensus on the dimensions of successful young adult development, and to lay the groundwork for subsequent research to empirically validate both those core dimensions, as well as developmental indicators of progress toward attainment of these proposed dimensions of well-being
Adolescent development · Adult Development · Developmental psychology · Educational attainment · Positive Youth Development · Sketch · Young adult · Early Childhood Education and Development · Identity, Memory, and Therapy · Psychology · Youth Development and Social Support
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| Unique citing works | 95 |
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| Citations per year | 9,5 |
| Citation span | 2016 - 2026 (11) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 90 |