Contributors

Understanding Early Adolescent Self and Identity: An Introduction

Part I Conceptual Issues

Self and Identity in Early Adolescence: The Pains and Gains of Knowing Who and What You Are

Self-Esteem as a Multifaceted Construct

Part II School and the Sense of Self

On Academic Identity Formation in Middle School Settings During Early Adolescence: A Motivational-Contextual Perspective

The Ecology of Middle Grades School and Possible Selves: Theory, Research, and Action

Part III Peer Relationships and Behavioral Problems

Self, Self-Esteem, Conflicts, and Best Friendships in Early Adolescence

Stability and Change in Global Self-Esteem and Self-Related Affect

Influence of Competence and Alcohol Use on Self-Esteem: Latent Growth Curve Models Using Longitudinal Data

Part IV Early Adolescent Interventions

Identity in Early Adolescence via Social Change Activities: Experience of the Adolescent Social Action Program

A Place to Call Home: Youth Organizations in the Lives of Inner City Adolescents

Esteem-Enhancement Interventions During Early Adolescence

Index