Emerging Adulthood : A Psychodynamic Approach to the New Developmental Phase of the 21st Century / Karen J. Gilmore and Pamela Meersand.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gilmore, Karen J., 1948- author.

Meersand, Pamela, 1956- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Adolescent psychology.

Psychiatry.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (326 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Washington, DC : American Psychiatric Association Publishing, 2023.

Summary:

"Is adulthood defined by living independently, a stable career, marriage, or parenthood:? In the digital age-particularly in Western societies-the traditional markers of adulthood have been increasingly postponed. Enter the concept of emerging adulthood, a period characterized by role exploration, instability, self-focus, and wide open possibilities. Although researchers have traditionally defined this stage as the period between ages 18 and 29 years, this new volume posits that it is most useful to examine late adolescence (18-23) and emerging adulthood (24-29) separately, given the differences in tasks, achievements, and attitudes. With plentiful illustrative vignettes throughout, videos, and key points for each chapter that aid in quick reference, Emerging Adulthood: A Psychodynamic Approach to the New Developmental Phase of the 21st Century examines the process of identity formation; the role of youth culture in aiding individuation from family of origin; the distinction between normative behaviors and those that require mental health interventions; and a diverse range of treatment modalities. Whether still in training or actively practicing, mental health clinicians will come away with a deeper understanding of the interface of culture, development, and individual psychology during these particularly volatile life stages"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Cover

Praise

Half Title

Title

Copyright

Contents

About the Authors

Preface

Acknowledgments

Video Guide

PART I: Introduction

1 A Brief Review of Developmental Theory

2 Development in the Period Between Adolescence and Adulthood

PART II: Phases of Emerging Adolescence

3 Late Adolescence: The First Phase of Emerging Adulthood

4 What Is Distinct About the Second Part of Emerging Adulthood?

PART III: Developmental Tasks and the Role of the Peer Group in Emerging Adulthood

5 Identity in Emerging Adulthood

6 Youth Culture

PART IV: Mental Health in Emerging Adulthood

7 Psychopathology and Emerging Adulthood

8 Therapeutic Modalities in the Treatment of Emerging Adults

9 Conclusion

Index

Back Cover.

Notes:

Includes index.

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ISBN:

1-61537-984-3

1-61537-420-5