Promoting Prosocial Identity: A New Pathway for Positive Youth Development
We’re thrilled to share our latest paper titled “Getting Traction on Positive Youth Justice: Prosocial Identity as a Promising Target for Intervention,” authored by our team members Luyi Jian and Professor Jennifer Skeem. Explore our innovative approach that emphasizes the importance of fostering a prosocial identity in youth. By understanding and promoting this identity, we can pave new pathways for positive youth development and reduce antisocial behavior.
🔍 Key insights:
- Emphasizing the role of prosocial identity in youth development.
- Exploring the balance between hope for a future prosocial self and the fear of a future antisocial self.
- The significance of identity content, prominence, and validation in interventions.