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Personal play identity and the fundamental elements in its development process
1Early Childhood Education Department, Mersin University, Faculty of Education, Çiftlikköy Yerleşkesi, 33343 Yenişehir, Türkiye.
Current Psychology (New Brunswick, N.J.)
|July 12, 2021
Summary
This study defines personal play identity and its developmental elements. Key factors include play, personality, socio-cultural environment, and economics, shaping a transferable identity beneficial for life skills and quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Developmental Studies
Background:
- Personal play identity is a complex, specialized aspect of an individual's development.
- Understanding its formation is crucial for holistic personal growth and lifelong skill acquisition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define personal play identity.
- To examine the fundamental elements influencing its development process.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of 66 research works (36 experimental, 28 theoretical, 2 mixed).
- Analysis and synthesis of reviewed literature to identify key developmental themes.
Main Results:
- Personal play identity development is influenced by four core themes: play, personality, socio-cultural environment, and economics/technology.
- Play identity is evolutionary, shaped by continuous interaction of these factors.
- It facilitates the transfer of identity across generations.
Conclusions:
- Personal play identity significantly contributes to a positive difference in individuals' lives.
- It fosters healthy development in crucial life skills, including problem-solving, social relations, and coping mechanisms.
- A well-developed play identity enhances overall quality of life.
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