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Identity and Poverty

Identity and Poverty

Defining a Sense of Self among Urban Adolescents
PsychologySociology
Pages
144
Published
2017
Language
English

Synopsis

This book examines the intricate relationship between identity development and the experience of poverty, particularly focusing on children and adolescents in urban environments. It explores how economic hardship and social circumstances shape the psychological landscape of young individuals. Drawing on insights from psychology and social science, the authors discuss the challenges and resilience of youth navigating their sense of self amidst adversity in the United States.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplexThought-Provoking

Genres

Psychology Sociology

Authors

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Laura DeHaan

Laura DeHaan is a writer whose work has appeared in various publications. Readers can find her stories in collections like Stupefying Stories: March 2017. Her writing often explores themes of everyday life with a touch of the unexpected.

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Shelley MacDermid

Shelley MacDermid writes about social issues and human behavior. She is the author of the book Identity and Poverty, which examines the intersection of economic status and personal self-perception.