Part 1: The focus of Paper 4 is on identity formation. Since identity consists o

Part 1: The focus of Paper 4 is on identity formation. Since identity consists of many different dimensions, you will choose a particular ‘lens’ or entry point from which to study identity development. Perspectives or ‘lenses’ include ethnicity, gender, sexuality, aging, and spirituality. Your goal is to describe the main theoretical and research findings on identity development from your selected perspective. A Reading Resource list for the various perspectives (ethnicity, gender, sexuality, aging, or spirituality) is provided below. Allow plenty of time for your background reading and research. Remember, you are only reading those articles listed under the lens that you have selected (see below). Identify and incorporate material from at least one other primary outside source on the subject. It may be beneficial to use material from the course textbooks or other secondary sources.
Part 2: The Interview
Find a conversation partner who is not a student in this course. Conduct a 30-minute interview with that person about your topic. You might want to come up with 6-8 open-ended questions to ask your interviewee. For example, you might ask them to share their thoughts on how gender impacts their sense of self and/or their perceptions of others. Keep the interview brief (very informal) but creative. Use fictional names; respect confidentiality, but do have fun!
Part 3: The Paper
Write a 10-page paper (excluding title page and references; no abstract needed) addressing the readings. Make sure you offer definitions and descriptions of identity development in a general sense, as well as identity development through the particular lens/perspective that you selected. Highlight the main theoretical and research findings from the readings. Your paper should demonstrate your understanding of the articles you read, and offer your critique and/or position on this material. Be sure to incorporate information from your interview. Conclude your paper with a brief reflection on your learning process with regard to the subject area.
Reminder: Adhere to APA writing style (7thed) and closely proofread to avoid grammatical errors and strengthen organizational flow.
Note: Please review the grading rubric for this assignment before you begin to write.
References for Paper 4:
The reading list for this assignment is posted below. You are expected to read only those articles listed under the specific ‘lens’ you selected (gender, age, sexuality, ethnicity, spirituality).
GENERAL
The following article may be of interest as it addresses the integration/intersection of several developmental identity formation ‘lenses’:
Rosenblum, K. E. & Travis, T. (Eds) 2003. The meaning of difference: American constructions of race, sex and gender, social class, and sexual orientation. New York: McGraw.
AGE
Arnett, Jeffrey Jensen. The psychology of emerging adulthood: What is known, what remains to be known? In: Emerging adults in America: Coming of age in the 21st century. Arnett, Jeffrey Jensen (Ed.); Tanner, Jennifer Lynn (Ed.); Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 2006. pp. 303-330. [Chapter]
Côté, James E. Emerging adulthood as an institutionalized moratorium. In: Emerging adults in America: Coming of age in the 21st century. Arnett, Jeffrey Jensen (Ed.); Tanner, Jennifer Lynn (Ed.); Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 2006. pp. 85-116. [Chapter]
Cytrynbaum, S., Blum, L., Patrick, R., Stein, J., Wadner, D., & Wilk, C. (1980). Midlife development: A personality and social systems perspective. In L. W. Poon (Ed.). Aging in the 1980’s: Psychological issues (pp. 463-474). Wash. D.C.: American Psychological Association.
ETHNICITY
Phinney, Jean S.Ethnic identity exploration in emerging adulthood. In: Emerging adults in America: Coming of age in the 21st century. Arnett, Jeffrey Jensen (Ed.); Tanner, Jennifer Lynn (Ed.); Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 2006. pp. 117-134. [Chapter]
Phinney, Jean S. Ethnic identity and acculturation. In: Acculturation: Advances in theory, measurement, and applied research. Chun, Kevin M. (Ed.); Balls Organista, Pamela (Ed.); Marín, Gerardo (Ed.); Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 2003. pp. 63-81. [Chapter]
GENDER
Martin, Carol Lynn.A developmental perspective on gender effects and gender concepts. In: Sexism and stereotypes in modern society: The gender science of Janet Taylor Spence. Swann, William B. Jr. (Ed.); Langlois, Judith H. (Ed.); Gilbert, Lucia Albino (Ed.); Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 1999. pp. 45-73. [Chapter]
Phillips, Debby A.; Masculinity, male development, gender, and identity: Modern and postmodern meanings. In Issues in Mental Health Nursing, Vol 27(4), May 2006. pp. 403-423.
Singh, Shweta; Deconstructing gender and development for identities of women. In International Journal of Social Welfare, Vol 16(2), Apr 2007. pp. 100-109.
SEXUALITY
Broido, Ellen M. Constructing identity: The nature and meaning of lesbian, gay and bisexual identities. In: Handbook of counseling and psychotherapy with lesbian, gay, and bisexual clients. Perez, Ruperto M. (Ed.); DeBord, Kurt A. (Ed.); Bieschke, Kathleen J. (Ed.); Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 2000. pp. 13-33. [Chapter]
Diamond, Lisa M.What we got wrong about sexual identity development: Unexpected findings from a longitudinal study of young women. In: Sexual orientation and mental health: Examining identity and development in lesbian, gay, and bisexual people. Omoto, Allen M. (Ed.); Kurtzman, Howard S. (Ed.); Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 2006. pp. 73-94. [Chapter]
Firestone, Robert W. Factors that affect an individual’s sexuality. Firestone, Lisa A.; Catlett, Joyce; In: Sex and love in intimate relationships. Firestone, Robert W.; Firestone, Lisa A.; Catlett, Joyce; Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 2006. pp. 43-74. [Chapter]
SPIRITUALITY
Fowler, J. (1982). Stages of faith and adults’ life cycles.
Download Stages of faith and adults’ life cycles.
In K. Stokes (Ed). Faith development in the adult life cycle. (pp. 178-207). New York: W. H. Sadlier.
Kass, Jared D.; Lennox, Susa. Emerging models of spiritual development: A foundation for mature, moral and health promoting behaviors. In: Judeo-Christian perspectives on psychology: Human nature, motivation, and change. Miller, William R. (Ed.); Delaney, Harold D. (Ed.); Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association, 2005. pp. 185-204. [Chapter]