Being creative is considered a desirable trait, yet most empirical studies emphasize how to
increase creativity rather than explore its possible benefits. A natural connection is how …

A core attribute of the positive youth development movement has been to nullify negative
perceptions of youth's capacities. Toward this end, measurement and classification systems …

Background Having a sense of purpose in life has been consistently demonstrated as a
predictor of positive health outcomes, including less perceived stress, yet, little is known …

The aim of this study was to explore family relationship experiences of first-generation
college students (FGCS) as they transition to and persist through college. The sample …

This fully revised fourth edition of Identity in Adolescence: The Balance Between Self and
Other presents four theoretical perspectives on identity development during adolescence …

Having purpose is linked to lifelong thriving across the lifespan. However, not all aspects of
purpose, such as beyond-the-self purpose, are common among emerging adults. Purpose …

Having supportive others appears valuable for developing a purpose, at least during
adolescence and young adulthood. However, work has yet to consider whether sense of …

Despite the growing use of retirement communities and ageing care facilities, little is known
about how residing in retirement residences may impact aspects of older adult wellbeing …

Having a sense of purpose is viewed as a benchmark of adaptive development. Though
adolescence and emerging adulthood are viewed as central periods for the development of …

Having a sense of purpose in life has been discussed as a psychological asset for
promoting positive youth development. Yet confidence in the benefits of purpose has …