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Jeffrey Jensen Arnett - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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the new life stage of Emerging Adulthood at ages 18 29 years implications for mental health
The Lancet Psychiatry, 2014Co-Authors: Jeffrey Jensen Arnett, Rita žukauskienė, Kazumi SugimuraAbstract:Summary Since 1960 demographic trends towards longer time in education and late age to enter into marriage and of parenthood have led to the rise of a new life stage at ages 18–29 years, now widely known as Emerging Adulthood in developmental psychology. In this review we present some of the demographics of Emerging Adulthood in high-income countries with respect to the prevalence of tertiary education and the timing of parenthood. We examine the characteristics of Emerging Adulthood in several regions (with a focus on mental health implications) including distinctive features of Emerging Adulthood in the USA, unemployment in Europe, and a shift towards greater individualism in Japan.
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Presidential Address: The Emergence of Emerging Adulthood A Personal History
Emerging Adulthood, 2014Co-Authors: Jeffrey Jensen ArnettAbstract:This article presents a brief history of the field of Emerging Adulthood, from the author’s early studies in the 1990s through the recent establishment of the Society for the Study of Emerging Adulthood (SSEA). Also included is an overview of the results of a recent national study, the Clark University Poll of Emerging Adults, which included items pertaining to the five features proposed in the theory of Emerging Adulthood. The results show that all five features are supported by a majority of 18- to 29-year-olds. The final part of the essay proposes that the SSEA will be international, open to a wide range of methods, and an organization where the leadership contributions of young scholars are encouraged and welcomed.
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Emerging Adulthood: Developmental Period Facilitative of the Addictions
Evaluation & the health professions, 2014Co-Authors: Steve Sussman, Jeffrey Jensen ArnettAbstract:Following adolescence and prior to young Adulthood is a life developmental period that has been referred to as "Emerging Adulthood." This period of life involves an extended duration of learning and experimentation before settling into a career and stable relationship. Risky behaviors may be most tolerated or even promoted during Emerging Adulthood. Various substance and behavioral addictions are most likely to be realized during this period. Understanding what differentiates Emerging adults that develop or do not develop full-blown addictions will assist in the creation of more efficacious prevention and cessation programs.
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debating Emerging Adulthood stage or process
2010Co-Authors: Marion Kloep, Leo B Hendry, Jeffrey Jensen ArnettAbstract:The transition from adolescence to Adulthood has undergone significant changes in recent decades. Unlike a half century ago, when young people in industrialized countries moved from adolescence into young Adulthood in relatively short order at around age 20, now the decade from the late teens to the late twenties is seen as an extended time of self-focused exploration and education in pursuit of optimally fulfilling relationships and careers. Recognition of this new period is stronger than ever, but an important question remains: should Emerging Adulthood be considered a developmental stage, or a process? In Debating Emerging Adulthood: Stage or Process? two pairs of developmental psychologists take sides in a debate that is central to the very concept of Emerging Adulthood. Arnett and Tanner argue that as young people around the world share demographic similarities, such as longer education and later marriage, the years between the ages 18 and 25 are best understood as entailing a new life stage. However, because the experiences of Emerging adults worldwide vary according to cultural context, educational attainment, and social class, these two scholars suggest that there may not be one but many different Emerging Adulthoods. An important issue for this burgeoning area of inquiry is to explore and describe this variation. In contrast, Hendry and Kloep assert that stage theories have never been able to explain individual transitions across the life course; in their view, stage theories-including the theory of Emerging Adulthood-ought to be abolished altogether, and explanations found for the processes and mechanisms that govern human change at any age. This engaging book maps out the argument of "stage or process" in detail, with vigorous disagreements, conflicting alternatives, and some leavening humor, ultimately even finding some common ground. Debating Emerging Adulthood is an absolute must-read for developmental psychologists as well as anyone interested in this indisputably important time of life.
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Emerging Adulthood: What Is It, and What Is It Good For?
Child Development Perspectives, 2007Co-Authors: Jeffrey Jensen ArnettAbstract:ABSTRACT—This article asserts that the theory of Emerging Adulthood is a useful way of conceptualizing the lives of people from their late teens to their mid- to late 20s in industrialized societies. The place of Emerging Adulthood within the adult life course is discussed. The weaknesses of previous terms for this age period are examined, and Emerging Adulthood is argued to be preferable as a new term for a new phenomenon. With respect to the question of whether Emerging Adulthood is experienced positively or negatively by most people, it is argued that it is positive for most people but entails developmental challenges that may be difficult and there is great heterogeneity, with some Emerging adults experiencing serious problems. With respect to the question of whether or not Emerging Adulthood is good for society, it is argued that claims of the dangers of Emerging Adulthood are overblown, but Emerging Adulthood is probably a mixed blessing for society.
Larry J. Nelson - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Longitudinal Predictors of Helicopter Parenting in Emerging Adulthood
Emerging Adulthood, 2020Co-Authors: Larry J. Nelson, Laura M. Padilla-walker, Ryan D. McleanAbstract:The purpose of this exploratory longitudinal study was to examine stability and change of helicopter parenting throughout the first few years of Emerging Adulthood and to examine child and parent–c...
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Flourishing in Emerging Adulthood
Oxford Scholarship Online, 2017Co-Authors: Laura M. Padilla-walker, Larry J. NelsonAbstract:This opening chapter of the volume provides a broad definition of flourishing and argues that there are a variety of ways to flourish during Emerging Adulthood. It urges researchers to consider both the positive and negative sides of this time period. Emerging Adulthood has been referred to as a time of arrested development, during which young people avoid responsibilities that are thought to be typical of Adulthood. Yet this is also a unique developmental time period in which positive development is fostered. There are many opportunities available for positive development, civic engagement, and moral development. There has also been a surge in the study of positive youth development. This chapter reviews this research, and also highlights how the following chapters meet the goals of the volume.
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Young Adults' Perceived Purposes of Emerging Adulthood: Implications for Cohabitation
The Journal of psychology, 2015Co-Authors: Adam A. Rogers, Brian J. Willoughby, Larry J. NelsonAbstract:The authors investigated associations between young adults' perceived purposes of Emerging Adulthood and their attitudes toward and participation in cohabitation. In a sample of 775 never married individuals, ages 18-29 (69% female, 69% white) from the United States, young people's perceptions of this period of life were associated with their acceptance of cohabitation, their reasoning for accepting cohabitation, and the likelihood of cohabiting. Results showed that the perception that Emerging Adulthood is a time to prepare for future family roles was negatively associated with acceptance of cohabitation whereas the perception that Emerging Adulthood is a time to take risks was positively associated with acceptance of cohabitation. The perception that Emerging Adulthood is a time to prepare for future family roles was associated with an increased likelihood of having cohabited while the perception that Emerging Adulthood is a time of possibilities was associated with a decreased likelihood of having cohabited. Implications for future research are discussed.
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Emerging Adulthood in China: The Role of Social and Cultural Factors
Child Development Perspectives, 2007Co-Authors: Larry J. Nelson, Xinyin ChenAbstract:ABSTRACT—It has been proposed that Emerging Adulthood (ages 18 through the middle 20s) is a period of development distinguished by unique features that include feeling in-between, identity exploration, a focus on the self, instability, and possibilities. This article argues that cultural beliefs and norms about socialization and social relationships are likely to affect the meaning and developmental patterns of Emerging Adulthood. Specifically, the article focuses on the unique aspects of Chinese culture that should be taken into account in the study of Emerging Adulthood. Most notably, the article examines how the cultural emphasis on group orientation (e.g., obligation to family) influences the extent to which the proposed features of Emerging Adulthood are observed in China.
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The influence of culture in Emerging Adulthood: Perspectives of Chinese college students
International Journal of Behavioral Development, 2004Co-Authors: Larry J. Nelson, Sarah BadgerAbstract:Emerging Adulthood refers to a time period (18–25 years of age) between adolescence and Adulthood. Recent research suggests that it may be a cultural construction. More traditional, non-Western cultures may have a shortened period of Emerging Adulthood, or no Emerging Adulthood at all, because these cultures tend to place greater emphasis on practices that lead to an earlier transition to Adulthood. The purpose of this study was to examine Emerging Adulthood in the Chinese culture, including (1) the types of criteria Chinese young people deem necessary for becoming an adult, (2) the types of behaviours Chinese Emerging adults are engaging in, (3) identity-related issues, and (4) other aspects of Chinese culture that might suggest that Emerging Adulthood in China may be different than in the United States. Participants in this study were 207 students at Beijing Normal University located in Beijing, China. Results provided evidence to support the notion that Emerging Adulthood is affected by culture. Findin...
Claire M. Kamp Dush - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Indicators of Adolescent Depression and Relationship Progression in Emerging Adulthood
Journal of marriage and the family, 2014Co-Authors: Sara E. Sandberg-thoma, Claire M. Kamp DushAbstract:Adolescent depression may be associated with future relationship problems that have long-term consequences given the developmental importance and health benefits of forming committed unions in Emerging Adulthood. The authors examined associations between emotional and behavioral indicators of adolescent depression (depressive symptoms, alcohol problems, and suicidal ideation) and romantic relationship and union formation and dissolution in Emerging Adulthood (n = 14,146) using the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health. Adolescent alcohol problems were associated with more romantic relationships in Emerging Adulthood. Emerging adults with depressive symptoms or alcohol problems in adolescence were significantly more likely to enter into a cohabiting union, and those with adolescent alcohol problems were less likely to marry. Cohabiting Emerging adults with a history of adolescent depressive symptoms were less likely to marry, whereas suicidal ideation was associated with a decreased likelihood of cohabitation dissolution. Implications for future research are discussed.
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Casual sexual relationships and mental health in adolescence and Emerging Adulthood.
Journal of sex research, 2013Co-Authors: Sara E. Sandberg-thoma, Claire M. Kamp DushAbstract:Casual sexual relationships are relatively common in Emerging Adulthood. Yet the mental health implications of engaging in these relationships are unclear; past research has found negative associations, positive associations, or no association with mental health. In addition, little research has accounted for mental health status prior to entering casual sexual relationships. Using data from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health (N = 12,401), we measured mental health prior to engaging in casual sexual relationships and subsequent mental health after engaging in these relationships. We found that suicidal ideation and depressive symptoms in adolescence were associated with entrance into casual sexual relationships in Emerging Adulthood. Furthermore, casual sexual relationships were associated with an increased likelihood of reporting suicidal ideation in Emerging Adulthood.
Moin Syed - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Open Science Initiatives at Emerging Adulthood
Emerging Adulthood, 2018Co-Authors: Moin SyedAbstract:This editorial reports on concrete changes in expectations and practices at Emerging Adulthood that are effective immediately. These include: aligning with Level 1 of the Transparency and Openness ...
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Emerging Adulthood: Developmental Stage, Theory, or Nonsense?
2017Co-Authors: Moin SyedAbstract:Arnett’s (2000) theory of Emerging Adulthood has been both widely celebrated and stronglycriticized. However, it has not yet been closely scrutinized for what it claims to be: “a newtheory of development for the late teens though the twenties.” (p. 469). The purpose of thischapter is to take up this scrutiny, evaluating some of the major postulations and criticisms ofEmerging Adulthood in light of the available evidence. In particular, the chapter focuses on threebroad claims pertaining to Emerging Adulthood: 1) that it is a developmental stage, 2) that it is atheory, and 3) that it is nonsense. The analysis presented in the chapter is not meant to resolvethe debates in the field, but rather to examine the nuance and celebrate the complexity of thequestions in order to stimulate further theory and research on the topic.
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Emerging Adulthood
Oxford Handbooks Online, 2015Co-Authors: Moin SyedAbstract:Arnett’s (2000) theory of Emerging Adulthood has been both widely celebrated and strongly criticized. However, it has not yet been closely scrutinized for what it claims to be: “a new theory of development for the late teens though the twenties.” The purpose of this chapter is to take up this scrutiny, evaluating some of the major postulations and criticisms of Emerging Adulthood in light of the available evidence. In particular, the chapter focuses on three broad claims pertaining to Emerging Adulthood: (1) that it is a developmental stage, (2) that it is a theory, and (3) that it is nonsense. The analysis presented in the chapter is not meant to resolve the debates in the field but rather to examine the nuance and celebrate the complexity of the questions in order to stimulate further theory and research on the topic.
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Generational Perspectives on Emerging Adulthood
Oxford Handbooks Online, 2014Co-Authors: Jacob A. Paulsen, Moin Syed, Kali H. Trzesniewski, M. Brent DonnellanAbstract:Sociologists, psychologists, and others in the social sciences generally agree that the nature of Adulthood is different now from what it was 50 years ago. There is much less agreement, however, on what these changes mean for the psychological experience of Emerging adults. There has been extensive discussion and debate in the academic literature and popular press about whether there have been generational changes in how young people view themselves and their place in society. This chapter explores the debate over the self-focused nature of Emerging Adulthood from a generational perspective, focusing on the construct of narcissism. The authors review past and current conceptualizations and measurements of narcissism, summarize the ongoing debate about the nature of young people today, discuss narcissism from a lifespan developmental perspective, and offer suggestions for future research. Throughout, the authors emphasize the historical context of narcissism and societal beliefs about young people more broadly and stress that a generational perspective must be considered alongside a developmental perspective (i.e., individual ontogenetic change) to provide a more nuanced understanding of Emerging Adulthood.
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How Race and Ethnicity Shape Emerging Adulthood
Oxford Handbooks Online, 2014Co-Authors: Moin Syed, Laura L. MitchellAbstract:Despite the tremendous growth in theory and research on Emerging Adulthood over the past decade, relatively little attention has been paid to the experiences of Emerging adults from ethnic minority backgrounds. The purpose of this chapter is to fill this gap by conducting a conceptual review of the literature on race, ethnicity, and Emerging Adulthood. The authors begin with a discussion of conceptual issues, clarifying terms such as Emerging adults, Emerging Adulthood, race, and ethnicity. The existing literature is reviewed pertaining to the five pillars of Emerging Adulthood: the age of instability, possibilities, self-focus, in-betweenness, and identity explorations. The chapter closes with a discussion of major challenges to conducting research on race, ethnicity, and Emerging Adulthood. Taken together, this review is intended to provide a broad overview of the state of knowledge and inspire future research.
Sara E. Sandberg-thoma - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Indicators of Adolescent Depression and Relationship Progression in Emerging Adulthood
Journal of marriage and the family, 2014Co-Authors: Sara E. Sandberg-thoma, Claire M. Kamp DushAbstract:Adolescent depression may be associated with future relationship problems that have long-term consequences given the developmental importance and health benefits of forming committed unions in Emerging Adulthood. The authors examined associations between emotional and behavioral indicators of adolescent depression (depressive symptoms, alcohol problems, and suicidal ideation) and romantic relationship and union formation and dissolution in Emerging Adulthood (n = 14,146) using the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health. Adolescent alcohol problems were associated with more romantic relationships in Emerging Adulthood. Emerging adults with depressive symptoms or alcohol problems in adolescence were significantly more likely to enter into a cohabiting union, and those with adolescent alcohol problems were less likely to marry. Cohabiting Emerging adults with a history of adolescent depressive symptoms were less likely to marry, whereas suicidal ideation was associated with a decreased likelihood of cohabitation dissolution. Implications for future research are discussed.
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Casual sexual relationships and mental health in adolescence and Emerging Adulthood.
Journal of sex research, 2013Co-Authors: Sara E. Sandberg-thoma, Claire M. Kamp DushAbstract:Casual sexual relationships are relatively common in Emerging Adulthood. Yet the mental health implications of engaging in these relationships are unclear; past research has found negative associations, positive associations, or no association with mental health. In addition, little research has accounted for mental health status prior to entering casual sexual relationships. Using data from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health (N = 12,401), we measured mental health prior to engaging in casual sexual relationships and subsequent mental health after engaging in these relationships. We found that suicidal ideation and depressive symptoms in adolescence were associated with entrance into casual sexual relationships in Emerging Adulthood. Furthermore, casual sexual relationships were associated with an increased likelihood of reporting suicidal ideation in Emerging Adulthood.
