Abstract

QUIROGA, Flor et al. Personal identity in children and adolescents: a qualitative study. Rev.latinoam.cienc.soc.niñez juv [online]. 2021, vol.19, n.2, pp.320-344.  Epub Oct 05, 2021. ISSN 1692-715X.  https://doi.org/10.11600/rlcsnj.19.2.4448.

Construction of personal identity is a developmental process. Few research investigates this process in children. The research objective is to describe the personal identity construction of children and adolescents between 6 and 18 years old, from a developmental constructivist approach. Thematic analysis of autobiographical narratives written by 119 children and adolescents is performed. Results were organized around the three personal identity dimensions: unity of self, integration of self and integration with others. Results show from childhood there is a personal recognition, then different significant life events are integrated, and in adolescense this construction becomes more complex, integrating more reflection and ideological aspects. Implications are discussed to promote an adaptive development of identity through lifespam, validating a diversity of options.

Keywords : Personal Identity; personal image; narrative; child development; children; constructivism; Piaget.

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