Meaning Making and Positive Development with Adolescent Girls: Using the Arts, Community, Reflections, and Service

Author

J. Eva Nagel, Lesley University

Date of Award

2003

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

PHD - Doctor of Philosophy

Department

Education

Abstract

This study explores the essential factors needed in adolescent youth programs, which intend to promote resilience, well being, and meaning making as a part of the healthy development of adolescent girls. The research explores the role of the arts, community building, mentoring, service, and reflection on this development. The context is Side by Side, a summer leadership development program. In a qualitative case study approach, the data is organized primarily from the written and spoken words of seven young women who participated in the program .

Language

English

Number of Pages

315

Embargo Period

6-7-2017

Recommended Citation

Nagel, J. Eva, "Meaning Making and Positive Development with Adolescent Girls: Using the Arts, Community, Reflections, and Service" (2003). Educational Studies Dissertations. 65.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/education_dissertations/65