Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Cognitive Development During Adolescence01:18

Cognitive Development During Adolescence

During adolescence, individuals experience significant cognitive development that enhances their understanding of others' emotions and thoughts, known as cognitive empathy. This period is marked by an increased ability to adapt to others' perspectives and a more nuanced understanding of others' mental states, a skill that is foundational for social problem-solving and conflict avoidance. The development of cognitive empathy relies heavily on the theory of mind — the recognition that people have...
Creative Thinking01:25

Creative Thinking

Creative thinking encompasses innovative and unconventional methods for addressing challenges, often leading to groundbreaking solutions. Instead of focusing solely on enhancing existing systems, such as increasing smartphone battery capacity, creative thinking might inspire advancements like energy-efficient batteries or processors that minimize power consumption. This multidimensional approach underscores the importance of exploring novel pathways to innovation.
Divergent thinking is the...
Revisionist Views of Adolescent and Adult Cognition01:24

Revisionist Views of Adolescent and Adult Cognition

A revisionist approach to Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development has brought new insights that challenge and reinterpret his established ideas. Piaget proposed that the formal operational stage, emerging in adolescence, represents the culmination of cognitive maturity. During this stage, individuals are said to develop abstract thinking, engage in systematic problem-solving, and show a form of egocentrism, believing others are as preoccupied with their behavior as they are themselves.
Emerging Adulthood01:27

Emerging Adulthood

Jeffrey Arnett's concept of emerging adulthood offers a framework to understand the unique developmental stage between adolescence and full-fledged adulthood, generally from ages 18 to 25. This period is marked by extensive exploration and shifts in identity, relationships, and career choices, a process known in psychology as role experimentation. Emerging adulthood reflects the evolving cultural expectations surrounding adulthood and the dynamic process of personal transformation during this...
Critical Thinking01:19

Critical Thinking

Critical thinking involves reflective and productive thinking and the evaluation of evidence. Critical thinkers seek to understand the deeper meaning of ideas, question assumptions, and make independent decisions about what to believe or do. Scientists, for instance, are often critical thinkers. Critical thinking also requires humility about what we know and don't know and the motivation to look beyond the obvious. It is essential for effective problem-solving.
Colleges and universities are...
Critical Thinking I01:24

Critical Thinking I

Critical thinking helps decision-making and allows nurses to recognize barriers to success and find solutions to possible issues. It helps to brainstorm and implement ideas to achieve goals. Critical thinking helps acknowledge and state workflow inefficiencies while improving management techniques. Nurses understand the value of critical thinking and look for fellow nurses with critical thinking skills to upgrade their professional standards. Critical thinking can advance a nurse's career with...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

<sup>1</sup>H, <sup>13</sup>C, <sup>15</sup>N backbone assignment of the minimally tied trefoil knot, MTT<sub>SA</sub>, a 23s rRNA SPOUT methyltransferase.

Biomolecular NMR assignments·2026
Same author

The protective power of connection: a proposed conceptual model of social supports in the context of youth adversity, disrupted attachment, and trauma symptoms.

Frontiers in psychology·2026
Same author

Promoting 21st Century Health and Wellness Skills in Elementary School Children: a Group Randomized Trial.

Prevention science : the official journal of the Society for Prevention Research·2024
Same author

The Effects of a Relationship-Focused Professional Development Intervention on Infant and Toddler Teachers' Mindfulness-Based Strategies for Coping.

Early childhood education journal·2024
Same author

Stress Intensity and Exhaustion Among Infant and Toddler Teachers: Descriptive Analysis and Associations with Sources of Stress and Coping Strategy Use.

Early education and development·2023
Same author

Transforming Empathy-Based Stress to Compassion: Skillful Means to Preventing Teacher Burnout.

Mindfulness·2023
Same journal

Evaluating afterschool programs.

New directions for youth development·2014
Same journal

Cultural competence in afterschool programs.

New directions for youth development·2014
Same journal

Family, school, and community partnerships: practical strategies for afterschool programs.

New directions for youth development·2014
Same journal

Behavior management in afterschool settings.

New directions for youth development·2014
Same journal

Growth-promoting relationships with children and youth.

New directions for youth development·2014
Same journal

Moving beyond attendance: lessons learned from assessing engagement in afterschool contexts.

New directions for youth development·2014
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 3, 2026

Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum
04:36

Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum

Published on: August 5, 2020

Contemplative education and youth development.

Patricia A Jennings1

  • 1Initiative on Contemplation and Education at Garrison Institute and Child and Adolescent Development at San Francisco State University, USA.

New Directions for Youth Development
|July 22, 2008
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Contemplative education, using practices like meditation and nature observation, aims to boost self-awareness. Research is exploring its potential benefits for youth development, mirroring its adult applications.

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 3, 2026

Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum
04:36

Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum

Published on: August 5, 2020

Area of Science:

  • Education
  • Psychology
  • Mindfulness Studies

Background:

  • Contemplative education involves practices to foster conscious awareness.
  • These practices include meditation, mindful movement, and nature contemplation.
  • The goal is to enhance internal self-awareness and connection to the external world.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the potential of contemplative practices for adolescent development.
  • To determine if these methods can support young people's growth.
  • To build upon existing knowledge of contemplative education's impact.

Main Methods:

  • Exploratory research design.
  • Inclusion of practices such as meditation, mindful movement, and nature contemplation.
  • Focus on assessing developmental benefits for young individuals.

Main Results:

  • Exploration is currently underway.
  • The study aims to identify specific developmental advantages.
  • Preliminary understanding suggests potential positive impacts.

Conclusions:

  • Contemplative education shows promise for enhancing youth development.
  • Further research is needed to fully establish the efficacy of these practices in young populations.
  • The findings may contribute to innovative educational and psychological interventions.