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Area of Science:

  • Developmental Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Cultural Psychology

Background:

  • Identity formation is a key developmental task during emerging adulthood.
  • Previous research utilized a five-dimensional model of identity formation.
  • Cultural contexts significantly influence identity development processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the unique features of identity formation in emerging adults in the Republic of Georgia.
  • To compare Georgian identity formation processes with those observed in Western countries.
  • To explore the relationship between different identity exploration styles in the Georgian context.

Main Methods:

  • Quantitative data analysis was employed.
  • A five-dimensional model of identity formation was adapted.
  • Cluster analysis was used to identify distinct identity profiles.
  • Data were collected from 295 young adults in Georgia (82.6% female).

Main Results:

  • Four distinct exploration processes were identified, differing from the typical three found in Western models.
  • Exploration in breadth was found to be highly correlated with ruminative exploration.
  • Cluster analysis revealed six distinct identity clusters, supporting the observed patterns.
  • The 'Achievement' identity cluster, typically well-adjusted in the West, showed lower exploration in breadth.

Conclusions:

  • The identity formation process in Georgia presents unique characteristics compared to Western societies.
  • Societal transitions, such as the shift from Soviet communism to globalization, may impact identity exploration opportunities and create developmental tension.
  • The strong link between broad exploration and rumination suggests a distinct adaptive strategy or challenge in the Georgian context.