"The transition to adult life and the increase in anxiety in adolescents: A social perspective" Introduction • Presentation of the theme: Introduction to the concept of transition from adolescent to adult life, emphasizing the importance of this critical period in the life of an individual. • Social importance of the phenomenon Chapter 1: The concept of adolescence and transition to adult life 1.1 Concept of adolescence and transition to adult life 1.2 Role of social institutions: Examination of how the family, school and communities influence the transition to adult life, including the supports and pressures they exert. 1.3 Sociological theoretical models: Presentation and discussion of the main sociological theoretical models on the transition to adult life, such as role theory and identity theory. Chapter 2: Anxiety in Adolescents in a Social Perspective 2.1 Definition and types of anxiety in social contexts: Exploration of the different forms of anxiety that can manifest themselves during adolescence and their interaction with social factors. 2.2 Anxiety prevalence: Analysis of statistical data on the prevalence of anxiety among adolescents at local, national and global levels. 2.3 Social factors that contribute to anxiety: Identification and analysis of the main social factors that cause anxiety, such as economic inequalities, social expectations, and the role of the media. • Academic pressures and competitiveness in the labour market: Discussion on how academic expectations and competition for work increase anxiety among young people. • Changes in family dynamics: Analysis of transformations in family structures and intergenerational pressures affecting adolescents. • Impact of social media and technology: Study on the influence of social media, social comparison and anxiety derived from the constant digital connection. • Economic problems and job insecurity: Exploration of economic uncertainties and difficulties in finding stable employment as a source of anxiety. Chapter 3: Social consequences of anxiety during transition to adult life • Impact on social integration: Analysis of how anxiety can hinder social participation and integration in the community. • Effects on social relationships: Study on the effects of anxiety on interpersonal and family relationships. • Implications for civic engagement and political participation: Discussion on how anxiety affects political participation and civic engagement among young people. • Long-term social outcomes: Examination of the long-term consequences of unmanaged anxiety, such as marginalization and social exclusion. Ricerca Sociale Social Planning: Increased Anxiety During Transition to Adult Life Objective General Reduce anxiety levels among young adults during the transition from school to work and independent living, actively involving social professionals. Objective Specify 1. Identify the main factors contributing to anxiety in young adults during the transition to adult life. 2. Provide psychological support and stress management tools to young adults. 3. Create a support network between peers, social professionals and mentors to facilitate the transition. 4. Raise awareness and education on issues related to anxiety and mental health among young people, their families and the community. Conclusion • Summary of the main points covered: Summary of the main findings of the thesis. • Final considerations: Concluding reflections on the importance of addressing anxiety in adolescents from a social perspective.
“Il transito alla vita adulta e l'aumento dell'ansia negli adolescenti: Una prospettiva sociale” Introduzione • Presentazione del tema: Introduzione al concetto di transizione dalla vita adolescenziale a quella adulta, sottolineando l'importanza di questo periodo critico nella vita di un individuo. • Importanza sociale del fenomeno Capitolo 1: Il concetto di adolescenza e transizione alla vita adulta 1.1 Concetto di adolescenza e transizione alla vita adulta 1.2 Ruolo delle istituzioni sociali: Esame di come la famiglia, la scuola e le comunità influenzano la transizione alla vita adulta, inclusi i supporti e le pressioni che esercitano. 1.3 Modelli teorici sociologici: Presentazione e discussione dei principali modelli teorici sociologici sulla transizione alla vita adulta, come la teoria dei ruoli e la teoria dell'identità. Capitolo 2: L'ansia negli adolescenti in una prospettiva sociale 2.1 Definizione e tipi di ansia in contesti sociali: Esplorazione delle diverse forme di ansia che possono manifestarsi durante l'adolescenza e la loro interazione con i fattori sociali. 2.2 Prevalenza dell'ansia: Analisi dei dati statistici sulla prevalenza dell'ansia tra gli adolescenti a livello locale, nazionale e globale. 2.3 Fattori sociali che contribuiscono all'ansia: Identificazione e analisi dei principali fattori sociali che causano ansia, come disuguaglianze economiche, aspettative sociali, e il ruolo dei media. • Pressioni accademiche e competitività nel mercato del lavoro: Discussione su come le aspettative accademiche e la competizione per il lavoro aumentano l'ansia tra i giovani. • Cambiamenti nelle dinamiche familiari: Analisi delle trasformazioni nelle strutture familiari e delle pressioni intergenerazionali che influenzano gli adolescenti. • Impatto dei social media e della tecnologia: Studio sull'influenza dei social media, la comparazione sociale e l'ansia derivata dalla costante connessione digitale. • Problemi economici e precarietà lavorativa: Esplorazione delle incertezze economiche e delle difficoltà nel trovare occupazione stabile come fonte di ansia. Capitolo 3: Conseguenze sociali dell'ansia durante la transizione alla vita adulta • Impatto sull'integrazione sociale: Analisi di come l'ansia può ostacolare la partecipazione sociale e l'integrazione nella comunità. • Effetti sulle relazioni sociali: Studio sugli effetti dell'ansia sulle relazioni interpersonali e familiari. • Implicazioni per l'impegno civico e la partecipazione politica: Discussione su come l'ansia influenzi la partecipazione politica e l'impegno civico tra i giovani. • Risultati sociali a lungo termine: Esame delle conseguenze a lungo termine dell'ansia non gestita, come la marginalizzazione e l'esclusione sociale. Ricerca Sociale Progettazione Sociale: Aumento dell'Ansia durante la Transizione alla Vita Adulta Obiettivo Generale Ridurre i livelli di ansia tra i giovani adulti durante la transizione dalla scuola al mondo del lavoro e alla vita autonoma, coinvolgendo attivamente i professionisti del sociale. Obiettivi Specifici 1. Identificare i principali fattori che contribuiscono all'ansia nei giovani adulti durante la transizione alla vita adulta. 2. Fornire supporto psicologico e strumenti di gestione dello stress ai giovani adulti. 3. Creare una rete di supporto tra pari, professionisti del sociale e mentor per facilitare la transizione. 4. Aumentare la consapevolezza e l'educazione sulle problematiche legate all'ansia e alla salute mentale tra i giovani, le loro famiglie e la comunità. Conclusioni • Sintesi dei punti principali trattati: Riepilogo delle principali scoperte della tesi. • Considerazioni finali: Riflessioni conclusive sull'importanza di affrontare l'ansia negli adolescenti da una prospettiva sociale.
“Il transito alla vita adulta e l'aumento dell'ansia negli adolescenti: Una prospettiva sociale”
MUOLO, GIULIA
2023/2024
Abstract
"The transition to adult life and the increase in anxiety in adolescents: A social perspective" Introduction • Presentation of the theme: Introduction to the concept of transition from adolescent to adult life, emphasizing the importance of this critical period in the life of an individual. • Social importance of the phenomenon Chapter 1: The concept of adolescence and transition to adult life 1.1 Concept of adolescence and transition to adult life 1.2 Role of social institutions: Examination of how the family, school and communities influence the transition to adult life, including the supports and pressures they exert. 1.3 Sociological theoretical models: Presentation and discussion of the main sociological theoretical models on the transition to adult life, such as role theory and identity theory. Chapter 2: Anxiety in Adolescents in a Social Perspective 2.1 Definition and types of anxiety in social contexts: Exploration of the different forms of anxiety that can manifest themselves during adolescence and their interaction with social factors. 2.2 Anxiety prevalence: Analysis of statistical data on the prevalence of anxiety among adolescents at local, national and global levels. 2.3 Social factors that contribute to anxiety: Identification and analysis of the main social factors that cause anxiety, such as economic inequalities, social expectations, and the role of the media. • Academic pressures and competitiveness in the labour market: Discussion on how academic expectations and competition for work increase anxiety among young people. • Changes in family dynamics: Analysis of transformations in family structures and intergenerational pressures affecting adolescents. • Impact of social media and technology: Study on the influence of social media, social comparison and anxiety derived from the constant digital connection. • Economic problems and job insecurity: Exploration of economic uncertainties and difficulties in finding stable employment as a source of anxiety. Chapter 3: Social consequences of anxiety during transition to adult life • Impact on social integration: Analysis of how anxiety can hinder social participation and integration in the community. • Effects on social relationships: Study on the effects of anxiety on interpersonal and family relationships. • Implications for civic engagement and political participation: Discussion on how anxiety affects political participation and civic engagement among young people. • Long-term social outcomes: Examination of the long-term consequences of unmanaged anxiety, such as marginalization and social exclusion. Ricerca Sociale Social Planning: Increased Anxiety During Transition to Adult Life Objective General Reduce anxiety levels among young adults during the transition from school to work and independent living, actively involving social professionals. Objective Specify 1. Identify the main factors contributing to anxiety in young adults during the transition to adult life. 2. Provide psychological support and stress management tools to young adults. 3. Create a support network between peers, social professionals and mentors to facilitate the transition. 4. Raise awareness and education on issues related to anxiety and mental health among young people, their families and the community. Conclusion • Summary of the main points covered: Summary of the main findings of the thesis. • Final considerations: Concluding reflections on the importance of addressing anxiety in adolescents from a social perspective.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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