If I were an academic or research psychologist, and not just an observational one in private practice, I would take a fresh look at identity formation in adolescence. Why? Because I believe how it is ...

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This article examines the ubiquitous Internet as a context for socialization for both younger and older adolescents. This research finds that the Internet adds dimensions to and takes away elements in ...

Journal of Ethnic and Cultural Studies, Vol. 8, No. 2 (May 2021), pp. 167-186 (20 pages) Prior research shows that minority youths face many challenges as they develop their ethnic identity. These ...

Youth belonging to sexual minority groups report greater identity-related difficulties and suspiciousness than their ...

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide expert advice on some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation and world. Our ...

Child and Adolescent Development is the study of the biological, physical, socio-emotional, and cognitive growth and development of the child from conception through emerging adulthood. Using theory, ...

Ben Kirshner is a Professor of Education at the University of Colorado Boulder and Faculty Director of CU Engage: Center for Community-Based Learning and Research. Through his work with CU Engage Ben ...