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OverviewCreating Meaning in Young Adulthood explores the ways in which young adults are creating meanings in life through their relationships with the world. Chapters synthesize research in the fields of child psychology, counseling, multicultural education, and existential-humanistic psychology to offer readers a contemporary understanding of the greater challenges for growth and development that youth currently face. Using ample case studies, the book also sets forth a resilience-based approach for helping readers facilitate the healing, growth, and enlightenment of young adults. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Christopher J. Kazanjian (El Paso Community College, Texas, USA)Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.426kg ISBN: 9781032170176ISBN 10: 1032170174 Pages: 198 Publication Date: 07 July 2022 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsCreating Meaning in Young Adulthood presents an innovative approach for understanding the potential of working towards self-actualizing relationships for young adults in existential crises. Young adults are our future, and this book offers a guide for ways to live consciously and to tend to our most sacred and spiritual relationships. Christopher Kazanjian adapts the humanistic philosophy of Carl Rogers to a modern world of complex challenges. Terri Goslin-Jones, PhD, REACE faculty in psychology/creativity studies at Saybrook University Creating Meaning in Young Adulthood provides a timely discussion of ways that COVID-19 has disrupted the lives of young people around the world and the resources that young people have used to bolster well-being in the face of these challenges. Meaningful insights into ways that social relationships, nature, animals, volunteerism, and even solitude can bolster well-being are provided through a synthesis of scientific research and in-depth case studies with young people. Jennifer E. Lansford, PhD, research professor at the Center for Child and Family Policy at Duke University Dr. Kazanjian shows how empathy and care are central to a multicultural humanistic approach. Furthermore, Kazanjian's inclusion of humanist philosophy highlights the value of relationships across the age spectrum. His multicultural humanistic approach enlightens the constant state 'becoming young adults' endure during the early 21st-century/COVID-19 era. This is a timely book that educators should engage with as they build relationships with young adults. David Rutledge, PhD, associate professor in the School of Teacher Preparation, Administration, and Leadership at New Mexico State University What is most important in life? Relationships. Building positive, nurturing, and growth-promoting relationships is what has helped human beings to thrive. How do we teach young adults this life-changing skill? Dr. Kazanjian's book is the perfect companion. It is a practical guide to obtaining clarity and being able to truly connect with young people and help them realize their unique potential in our challenging global community. Mayra Cordero, founder and sustainable happiness coach of TheHappyRs Creating Meaning in Young Adulthood presents an innovative approach for understanding the potential of working towards self-actualizing relationships for young adults in existential crises. Young adults are our future, and this book offers a guide for ways to live consciously and to tend to our most sacred and spiritual relationships. Christopher Kazanjian adapts the humanistic philosophy of Carl Rogers to a modern world of complex challenges. Terri Goslin-Jones, PhD, REACE faculty in psychology/creativity studies at Saybrook University Creating Meaning in Young Adulthood provides a timely discussion of ways that COVID-19 has disrupted the lives of young people around the world and the resources that young people have used to bolster well-being in the face of these challenges. Meaningful insights into ways that social relationships, nature, animals, volunteerism, and even solitude can bolster well-being are provided through a synthesis of scientific research and in-depth case studies with young people. Jennifer E. Lansford, PhD, research professor at the Center for Child and Family Policy at Duke University Dr. Kazanjian shows how empathy and care are central to a multicultural humanistic approach. Furthermore, Kazanjian's inclusion of humanist philosophy highlights the value of relationships across the age spectrum. His multicultural humanistic approach enlightens the constant state 'becoming young adults' endure during the early 21st-century/COVID-19 era. This is a timely book that educators should engage with as they build relationships with young adults. David Rutledge, PhD, associate professor in the School of Teacher Preparation, Administration, and Leadership at New Mexico State University What is most important in life? Relationships. Building positive, nurturing, and growth-promoting relationships is what has helped human beings to thrive. How do we teach young adults this life-changing skill? Dr. Kazanjian's book is the perfect companion. It is a practical guide to obtaining clarity and being able to truly connect with young people and help them realize their unique potential in our challenging global community. Mayra Cordero, founder and sustainable happiness coach of TheHappyRs Author InformationChristopher J. Kazanjian, PhD, is an associate professor of educational psychology at El Paso Community College and author of Empowering Children: A Multicultural Humanistic Approach. He is currently the program director of the after-school program Kidz n’ Coaches-El Paso. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |