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Spirituality as a Positive Youth Development Construct : A Conceptual Review
Author
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-8, 8 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-04-24
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
8
Main Subjects
Natural & Life Sciences (Multidisciplinary)
Medicine
Information Technology and Computer Science
Abstract EN
The concept of spirituality as a positive youth development construct is reviewed in this paper.
Both broad and narrow definitions of spirituality are examined and a working definition of spirituality is proposed.
Regarding theories of spirituality, different models pertinent to spiritual development and the relationship between spirituality and positive youth development are highlighted.
Different ecological factors, particularly family and peer influences, were found to influence spirituality.
Research on the influence of spirituality on adolescent developmental outcomes is examined.
Finally, ways to promote adolescent spirituality are discussed.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Shek, Daniel T. L.. 2012. Spirituality as a Positive Youth Development Construct : A Conceptual Review. The Scientific World Journal،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-8.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Shek, Daniel T. L.. Spirituality as a Positive Youth Development Construct : A Conceptual Review. The Scientific World Journal No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-8.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-473168
American Medical Association (AMA)
Shek, Daniel T. L.. Spirituality as a Positive Youth Development Construct : A Conceptual Review. The Scientific World Journal. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-8.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-473168
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-473168