Key Topics in Identity Development

1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-032-90360-6
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 188 Seiten, Format (B × H): 138 mm x 216 mm

Reihe: BPS Key Topics in Psychology

Who am I, and where am I going in life? This book explores the fascinating study of identity development, addressing how people navigate these fundamental questions throughout their lives. In an increasingly complex and globalised world, where choices and information abound, the book provides a comprehensive introduction to the foundations, theories, and applications of identity development, offering readers valuable insights into 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. The book also examines how identity research informs policy and addresses current and emerging topics in the field. By connecting identity development to interpersonal relationships, mental health, career choices, and professional growth, readers will discover how this knowledge can be applied 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 family studies programs. It provides an accessible and engaging introduction to identity development, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the lifelong process of navigating life paths and making meaningful choices.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate, Undergraduate Advanced, and Undergraduate Core

Autoren/Hrsg.

Klimstra, Theo A.

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Allgemeine Psychologie Entwicklungspsychologie Kinder- und Jugendpsychologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Section 1: Key Foundations Chapter 1: The Foundations of Identity Development Chapter 2: Identity and Cultural Context Chapter 3: A Brief History of the Study of Identity Section 2: Key Theories Chapter 4: Explaining general patterns of identity development - Broad theories Chapter 5: Explaining Broad Aspects of Identity Development but not the Full Picture - Mid-Level Theories Chapter 6: Theories on Specific Factors in Identity Development Section 3: Key Methodologies Chapter 7: Measuring Identity Formation: Basic Terminology and Widely Used Measures Chapter 8: Measuring Narrative Identity: How to Make Sense of the Stories of Other People’s Life Chapter 9: Measuring Specific Aspects of Identity Section 4: Key Impacts Chapter 10: The Role of Identity in Mental Health Chapter 11: Identity and Professional Development Chapter 12: Identity Development and Policy Section 5: Key Emerging Areas Chapter 13: Considering People’s Unique Circumstances and Experiences Chapter 14: Digital Technology and Identity Development

Über Autor(innen)

Theo A. Klimstra is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Eliot-Pearson Department of Child Study & Human Development at Tufts University. His research explores personality and identity development in adolescence and young adulthood, focusing on their connections to adjustment and well-being. He is interested in understanding why individuals develop differently, how they shape their life paths, and what factors contribute to flourishing or struggling.