Key Topics in Identity Development

This explores the fascinating study of identity development, addressing how people navigate these fundamental questions throughout their lives. Readers will gain essential knowledge on identity development, including its foundations, key theories, and methods of measurement, with opportunities to try widely used questionnaires themselves. Who am I, and where am I going in life? This book explores the fascinatingstudy of identity development, addressing how people navigate thesefundamental questions throughout their lives. In an increasingly complexand globalized world, where choices and information abound, the bookprovides a comprehensive introduction to the foundations, theories, andapplications of identity development, offering readers valuable insightsinto how we form our understanding of who we are. Readers will gain essential knowledge on identity development,including its foundations, key theories, and methods of measurement,with opportunities to try widely used questionnaires themselves. Thebook also examines how identity research informs policy and addressescurrent and emerging topics in the field. By connecting identitydevelopment to interpersonal relationships, mental health, career choices,and professional growth, readers will discover how this knowledge can beapplied to enhance their understanding of themselves and others. This book is ideal for students in psychology, youth studies,pedagogical science, child study and human development, and familystudies programs. It provides an accessible and engaging introduction toidentity development, making it a valuable resource for anyone seekingto understand the lifelong process of navigating life paths and makingmeaningful choices.

Pagina's: 162, Editie: Eerste editie, Paperback, Taylor & Francis Ltd