Support for efficacy and mattering research review
Research ReportAPA Citation:
The University of Minnesota Center for Research and Outreach. (2017). Support for rfficacy and mattering research review. Retrieved from: www.MilitaryREACH.org
Abstract Created by REACH:
Settings that enable positive youth development are considered to support youth’s sense of efficacy and mattering. These settings enable youth to feel confident, capable, engaged, and valuable in their environment and social settings (Eccles & Gootman, 2002). They often provide opportunities for youth to voice their opinions and be involved in leadership, decision-making, and planning in their communities (Christens & Peterson, 2012; Theriault & Witt, 2014). Support for efficacy and mattering is typically discussed within the context of youth programs where programs and opportunities are usually coordinated or facilitated by youth workers or other caring adults; however, it is important to note that youth are ultimately the agents of their own development, with adults providing help and guidance (Blanchet-Cohen & Brunson, 2014; Eccles & Gootman, 2002; Larson, Walker, & Pearce, 2005).
Focus:
Youth
Programming
Subject Affiliation:
Civilian
Population:
Adolescence (13 - 17 yrs)
Methodology:
Review of Literature
Authors:
The University of Minnesota Center for Research and Outreach
Publisher/Sponsoring Organization:
The University of Minnesota Center for Research and Outreach
Publication Type:
REACH Publication
Author Affiliation:
The University of Minnesota Center for Research and Outreach
Keywords:
positive youth development, efficacy, mattering, youth programs
Location:
University of Minnesota
REACH Publication Type:
Research Report
Sponsors:
Department of Defense between the Office of Military Community and Family Policy and the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture through a grant/cooperative agreement Award No. 2009-48667-05833 with The University of Minnesota