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40 DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS The Search Institute through research in over 318 communities in 33 states with over 200,000 students has identified 40 positive experiences and qualities that all of us have the power to bring into the lives of children and youth, which are called the 40 Developmental Assets. For many people, the assets have become a source of ideas and inspiration in the face of frustration. ASSET CATEGORIES: THE FIRST FOUR ASSET CATEGORIES FOCUS ON EXTERNAL STRUCTURES, RELATIONSHIPS, AND ACTIVITIES THAT CREATE A POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE! SUPPORT - Young people need to be surrounded by people who love, care for, appreciate and accept them. EMPOWERMENT - Young people need to feel valued and valuable. This happens when youth feel safe and respected. BOUNDARIES & EXPECTATIONS - Young people need clear rules, consistent consequences for breaking rules, and encouragement to do their best. CONSTRUCTIVE USE OF TIME - Young people need - opportunities outside of school - to learn and develop new skills and interests with other youth and adults. THE NEXT FOUR REFLECT INTERNAL VALUES, SKILLS AND BELIEFS THAT YOUNG PEOPLE ALSO NEED TO FULLY ENGAGE WITH AND FUNCTION IN THE WORLD AROUND THEM! COMMITMENT TO LEARNING - Young people need a sense of the lasting importance of learning and a belief in their own abilities. POSITIVE VALUES - Young people need to develop strong guiding values or principles to help them make healthy life choices. SOCIAL COMPETENCIES - Young people need the skills to interact effectively with others, to make difficult decisions, and to cope with new situations. POSITIVE IDENTITY - Young people need to believe in their own self-worth and to feel that they have control over the things that happen to them. Information and concepts are the property of the Search Institute - More information can be found on their web site at www.search-institute.org |
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