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.

For a deeper dive, check out the full paper!  📖 #PositiveYouthJustice #ProsocialIdentity