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

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra K. M. Tsang ◽  
Eadaoin K. P. Hui ◽  
Bella C. M. Law
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Subjective Evaluation ◽  
Developmental Outcomes ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Positive Identity ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Core Construct

Identity is a core construct in psychology because it refers to how a person addresses issues dealing with who that person is. Important theorists studying the concept of identity, like Erikson, Marcia, and Higgins, assert that identity is organized,is learned, and is dynamic, and a subjective evaluation of an individual’s identity has emotional consequences for that individual. Adolescents who can cultivate a clear and positive identity after their developmental struggles during adolescence often advance more smoothly into adulthood. This paper reviews literature on the nature and structure of identity and examines its importance on adolescent developmental outcomes. It traces significant determinants of identity and proposes strategies for cultivation of positive identity. Observations on current research gaps in the study of identity and future research directions will also be discussed.

scholarly journals Exploring the Psychosocial Antecedents of Sustainable Behaviors through the Lens of the Positive Youth Development Approach: A Pioneer Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (22) ◽  
pp. 12388
Author(s):  
Marco Giancola ◽  
Maria Chiara Pino ◽  
Simonetta D’Amico
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Psychosocial Skills ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Five Cs ◽  
Development Approach ◽  
Age Range

The current study explored, in a sample of 219 young Italian adults (105 M; 114 F; mean age = 22.10 years; SD = 2.69; age range = 18–29), the contribution of the five psychosocial skills (Five Cs) identified by the Positive Youth Development approach (competence, confidence, character, connection, and caring) to sustainable behaviors, including pro-ecological, frugal, altruistic. and equitable actions. We performed four regression analyses, in which the Five Cs were the independent variables and pro-ecological, frugal, altruistic, and equitable behaviors were the dependent ones. Results reveal that character predicted pro-ecological and frugal behaviors, whereas competence was a significant antecedent of altruism. In addition, we found that caring predicted pro-ecological and altruistic actions while connection was a positive predictor of equity. These findings suggest that psychosocial resources could be crucial for sustainability, opening new possibilities for research and intervention in order to promote sustainable practices that could guarantee the well-being of the present and forthcoming generations. Limits and future research directions are also discussed.

scholarly journals Human Safety in Autonomous Transport Systems – Review and Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 51 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-71
Author(s):  
Alicja Dąbrowska ◽  
Robert Giel ◽  
Sylwia Werbińska-Wojciechowska
Keyword(s):  
Human Detection ◽  
Robotic Systems ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Human Safety ◽  
Storage Area ◽  
Future Research Directions

Abstract During the robot's operational tasks, a key issue is its reliability in the aspect of human safety providing. Currently, there are a number of methods used to detect people, and their selection most often depends on the type of process carried out by robots. Therefore, the article is focused on the development of a comparative analysis of selected methods of human detection in the storage area. The main aspect in the context of which these systems were compared concerned the safety of robotic systems in the space of human occurrence. Main advantages and drawbacks of the methods in various applications were presented. The detailed analysis of the achievements in this area gives the possibility to identify research gaps and possible future research directions when using these tools in autonomous warehouses designing processes.

Cybercafés and Youth Development

2012 ◽  
pp. 422-433
Author(s):  
Sebnem Cilesiz
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Public Access ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
The World ◽  
The Status ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
The Relationship

Among various forms of public access to computers and the Internet, cybercafés are a specific phenomenon around the world. Predominantly, they are frequented by young people, thus attracting the attention of educators and policymakers. Despite the worldwide prominence of cybercafés, very little research has examined youth’s activities at cybercafés and the outcomes of their participation. This chapter reviews the literature on cybercafés in general, followed by the status of current knowledge about the role of cybercafés in social interaction, informal learning, and youth development. The chapter concludes with suggestions for future research directions on the relationship between cybercafés and youth development.

Twenty-five years’ contribution of “Benchmarking: an International Journal” to manufacturing strategy: a scientometric review

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (10) ◽  
pp. 2887-2908 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vishwas Dohale ◽  
Angappa Gunasekaran ◽  
Milind M. Akarte ◽  
Priyanka Verma
Keyword(s):  
Research Direction ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Manufacturing Strategy ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Review Study ◽  
Research Type

PurposeThis study aims at reviewing the articles on the themes of manufacturing strategy (MS) published in “Benchmarking: An International Journal (BIJ)” and investigating the trends of publication for future research.Design/methodology/approachFive-stage methodology to conduct a literature review is adopted comprising: (1) article collection, (2) inclusion/exclusion criteria, (3) reviewing the articles, (4) analyzing the articles and (5) future research directions. A total of 57 articles specific to MS domain published in BIJ are reviewed. Further, a bibliometric analysis comprising keywords co-occurrence, citation and co-citation using a VOSviewer© software followed by content analysis to analyze the type of research, type of industry and type of tool/method used is carried out.FindingsThe study helps to find the scope of the journal and research gaps in the MS domain to provide future research directions. Most of the work found is survey-based or case-based in nature. However, there is a need for empirical research to be done in the field of MS.Research limitations/implicationsThe study facilitates researchers willing to publish in BIJ to understand different themes of accepted papers concerning MS domain. The identified research gaps and future research direction can motivate researchers and practitioners to coin new approaches in the MS domain.Originality/valueA comprehensive review and analysis of the MS literature published in BIJ has been provided. To the best of authors' knowledge, the current study is the only review study in MS domain focusing on one specific journal.

On the Fields of the Motor City: Underserved Athletes’ Perceptions of Their Coaches

2011 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 97-121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meredith Whitley ◽  
Eric Bean ◽  
Daniel Gould
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Developmental Outcomes ◽  
Children And Youth ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Young Athletes ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Coaching Behaviors ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Sport Organization

This study examines young athletes from an urban sport organization, looking at their overall perceptions of their coaches, perceptions of the best and worst coaching actions, behaviors, and attitudes, and how these varied between practice and game environments. Twenty-three athletes (10 males, 13 females) between the ages of 10 and 18 years participated in semi-structured, qualitative interviews. Content analysis of the interviews indicated that these young athletes preferred a positive coaching orientation with a mastery-oriented environment, while the coaches identified as the worst generally fostered an outcome-oriented environment with a negative coaching orientation. These findings suggest that coaching educators should feel confident about using the guidelines provided by Smith, Smoll, and colleagues (Smith, Smoll, & Curtis, 1979; Smith, Smoll, & Barnett, 1995; Smoll, Smith, Barnett, & Everett, 1993) when working in underserved settings with children and youth. The need for future research in this area is discussed, along with future research directions on the link between youth developmental outcomes, perceptions of coaching behaviors, and observed coaching behaviors.

scholarly journals Spaghetti Meat Abnormality in Broilers: Current Understanding and Future Research Directions

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giulia Baldi ◽  
Francesca Soglia ◽  
Massimiliano Petracci
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Value ◽  
Muscle Hypertrophy ◽  
Economic Losses ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Meat Composition ◽  
White Striping ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Wooden Breast

Spaghetti meat (SM) is a recent muscular abnormality that affects the Pectoralis major muscle of fast-growing broilers. As the appellative suggests, this condition phenotypically manifests as a loss of integrity of the breast muscle, which appears soft, mushy, and sparsely tight, resembling spaghetti pasta. The incidence of SM can reach up to 20% and its occurrence exerts detrimental effects on meat composition, nutritional value, and technological properties, accounting for an overall decreased meat value and important economic losses related to the necessity to downgrade affected meats. However, due to its recentness, the causative mechanisms are still partially unknown and less investigated compared to other muscular abnormalities (i.e., White Striping and Wooden Breast), for which cellular stress and hypoxia caused by muscle hypertrophy are believed to be the main triggering factors. Within this scenario, the present review aims at providing a clear and concise summary of the available knowledge concerning SM abnormality and concurrently presenting the existing research gaps, as well as the potential future developments in the field.

scholarly journals Family and Personal Adjustment of Economically Disadvantaged Chinese Adolescents in Hong Kong

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel T. L. Shek ◽  
Pik Fong Tsui
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Problem Behaviors ◽  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Developmental Outcomes ◽  
Family Interaction ◽  
Economic Disadvantage ◽  
School Students ◽  
Positive Identity ◽  
The Relationship

This study attempted to examine the relationship between poverty and adolescent developmental outcomes in the family and personal domains in 3,328 Chinese secondary school students in Hong Kong. Developmental outcomes included positive youth development constructs, problem behaviors, perceived family interaction, and parental parenting. Results showed that adolescents experiencing poverty did not differ from nonpoor adolescents in terms of risk behavior and in most indicators of positive youth development. On the other hand, adolescents with economic disadvantage displayed lower levels of positive identity, family interaction, and perceived paternal parenting than did those without economic disadvantage.

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

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ching Man Lam
Keyword(s):  
Social Context ◽  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Developmental Outcomes ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Biological Traits ◽  
Research And Practice ◽  
Emotional Processes ◽  
Socialization Experience ◽  
The Relationship

This paper discusses the concept of prosocial involvement as a positive youth development construct. How prosocial involvement is defined and how the different theories conceptualize prosocial involvement are reviewed. Antecedents of prosocial involvement such as biological traits, personality, cognitive and emotional processes, socialization experience, culture, and their social context are examined. The relationship between prosocial involvement and adolescent developmental outcomes, together with strategies to promote prosocial involvement in adolescents, are discussed. Finally, directions for future research and practice are proposed.

scholarly journals Adolescent developmental assets and service leadership

2015 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel T.L. Shek ◽  
Cecilia M.S. Ma ◽  
Ting Ting Liu
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Lesson Plan ◽  
Developmental Outcomes ◽  
Developmental Assets ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Self Identity ◽  
Self Image ◽  
Service Leadership ◽  
Positive Identity

AbstractIn the field of positive youth development, it is generally asserted that developmental assets or positive youth development qualities contribute to positive adolescent developmental outcomes. In the context of training for service leadership, it is argued that the promotion of developmental assets would help university students develop the foundational competence of service leaders. In this paper, the lesson plan of Lecture Eleven in a course entitled “Service Leadership” run in The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is discussed. In the lecture, four developmental assets related to positive identity (self-esteem, self-efficacy, purpose in life and optimism about the future) proposed by Peter Benson are presented. In addition, the possible contribution of different developmental assets to the development of service leadership is highlighted. Moreover, students are encouraged to reflect on their self-identity and explore effective ways to promote their positive self-image.

Positive Workplaces

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fred Luthans ◽  
Carolyn M. Youssef-Morgan
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Psychological Resources ◽  
Positive Organizational Behavior ◽  
Performance Impact ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
The Core ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Core Construct

This chapter first provides an overview of both the historical and contemporary positive approaches to the workplace. More specific attention is then given to the meaning and domain of positive organizational behavior, or POB, and psychological capital, or PsyCap. Our definition of POB includes positive psychological resources that can be validly measured and developed and that have performance impact. The constructs that have been determined so far to best meet these criteria are hope, efficacy, resilience, and optimism. When combined, it has been demonstrated that they form the core construct of what we term PsyCap. Multiple measures of PsyCap have been validated. An increasing number of review articles and research studies clearly indicates that PsyCap can be developed and has performance impact. The chapter concludes with important future research directions that can help better understand and build positive workplaces to meet current and looming challenges.

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