Whatever Happened to the Jock, the Brain, and the Princess? Young Adult Pathways Linked to Adolescent Activity Involvement and Social Identity.

Barber, Bonnie L.; Eccles, Jacquelynne S.; Stone, Margaret R.

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ERIC Number: EJ641671

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Publication Date: 2001

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Whatever Happened to the Jock, the Brain, and the Princess? Young Adult Pathways Linked to Adolescent Activity Involvement and Social Identity.

Barber, Bonnie L.; Eccles, Jacquelynne S.; Stone, Margaret R.

Journal of Adolescent Research, v16 n5 p429-55 Sep 2001

Examined young adult participation in high school activities and identity group as predictors of later substance use, psychological adjustment, and educational and occupational outcomes. Found both participation and identity may consolidate specific skills, attitudes, values, and social networks that have a far-ranging impact on the transition to adulthood. (SD)

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adolescents, Developmental Stages, Employment Patterns, Extracurricular Activities, High School Students, High Schools, Outcomes of Education, Predictor Variables, Psychological Patterns, School Activities, Substance Abuse, Young Adults

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Michigan

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IES Cited: ED486466

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