scholarly journals Resilience as a Positive Youth Development Construct: A Conceptual Review

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tak Yan Lee ◽  
Chau Kiu Cheung ◽  
Wai Man Kwong
Keyword(s):  
Protective Factors ◽  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Research Policy ◽  
Cultural Beliefs ◽  
Policy And Practice ◽  
Working Definition ◽  
Definition Of

The concept of resilience is reviewed from a range of disciplinary perspectives in this paper. Both broad and narrow definitions of resilience are highlighted and a working definition of resilience is proposed to inform research, policy and practice. Different psychological, social and ecological protective factors, particularly competence, optimism, and bonding to family and cultural beliefs are highlighted. Theoretical relationships between resilience and positive youth development are examined with an attempt to erase misunderstandings. Finally, how schools can promote resilience among students is discussed.

scholarly journals Spirituality as a Positive Youth Development Construct: A Conceptual Review

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel T. L. Shek
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Spiritual Development ◽  
Developmental Outcomes ◽  
Ecological Factors ◽  
Peer Influences ◽  
Adolescent Spirituality ◽  
Working Definition ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
The Relationship

The concept of spirituality as a positive youth development construct is reviewed in this paper. Both broad and narrow definitions of spirituality are examined and a working definition of spirituality is proposed. Regarding theories of spirituality, different models pertinent to spiritual development and the relationship between spirituality and positive youth development are highlighted. Different ecological factors, particularly family and peer influences, were found to influence spirituality. Research on the influence of spirituality on adolescent developmental outcomes is examined. Finally, ways to promote adolescent spirituality are discussed.

scholarly journals Book Review: Handbook of Positive Youth Development: Advancing Research, Policy, and Practice in Global Contexts

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 202-206
Author(s):  
Barbara Thelamour
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Research Policy ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Policy And Practice ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Research And Practice ◽  
Disciplinary Boundaries

The Handbook of Positive Youth Development: Advancing Research, Policy, and Practice in Global Contexts (2021) edited by Radosveta Dimitrova and Nora Wiium, provides an expansive addition to the literature on Positive Youth Development. It offers stakeholders across disciplinary boundaries cutting-edge frameworks and critical takeaways that will deeply inform research and practice efforts with adolescents. This review provides an overview of the major parts of the edited volume, highlighting specific key chapters and providing suggestions for future directions.

scholarly journals Roma Minority Youth Across Cultural Contexts: Taking a Positive Approach to Research, Policy, and Practice.

E-psychologie ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 38-39
Author(s):  
Mária Bačíková ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Empirical Investigation ◽  
Current Issue ◽  
Research Policy ◽  
Positive Development ◽  
Specific Group ◽  
Policy And Practice ◽  
Cultural Contexts ◽  
Social And Cultural Factors

The publication presents the latest findings on the current issue of the theory of PYD (Positive Youth Development) in a specific group of Roma adolescents. The empirical investigation of the situation of Roma adolescents from different cultural and socio-economic contexts is a very important step in promoting their positive development. As the editors state, the book aims to help readers better understand the conditions that promote the optimal development of Roma adolescents, taking into account a variety of familial, community, social, and cultural factors.

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