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The Inner Shield: Self-Esteem as a Barrier…
Self-esteem is the subjective value that an adolescent assigns to themselves, functioning as the psychological infrastructure upon which their social…
Knowing Yourself to Connect: Self-Awareness as a…
Self-awareness is the cornerstone of emotional intelligence and an essential skill for navigating the social complexity of adolescence. It is…
From Impulse to Integration: Self-Regulation in Social…
Self-regulation is a critical executive function that translates into the ability to control internal states, impulses, and attentional resources. In…
The Power of Resilience: Resilience in the…
Resilience is defined as the ability to maintain competent functioning after exposure to significant stressors or adversity. In the life…
Navigating Interaction: Emotional Regulation for Harmonious Coexistence
Emotional regulation is the ability to influence what emotions one has, when one has them, and how they are experienced…
The Language of Others: Empathy as a…
Empathy is the socio-emotional competence par excellence for inclusion, as it is the mechanism that allows individuals to genuinely connect…
Setting Boundaries, Gaining Respect: Assertiveness as a…
Assertiveness is the ability to express one’s thoughts, feelings, and needs honestly and appropriately, defending one’s rights without violating those…
Weaving Diversity: Tolerance and Respect as the…
Tolerance and respect are the ethical and emotional principles that underpin inclusion in societies and school environments that are inherently…
Mediation and Permanence: Conflict Resolution for Relational…
Conflict resolution is the social-emotional skill that allows adolescents to deal with inevitable interpersonal disagreements constructively, seeking cooperative and win-win…
Valuing Others: Teamwork as an Exercise in…
Teamwork, understood from a socio-emotional perspective, is much more than dividing tasks; it is an exercise in cooperation, active listening,…
The Engine of Participation: Motivation and Engagement…
Motivation is the drive, whether internal (intrinsic) or external (extrinsic), that directs and energises adolescent behaviour toward an end. In…
Persisting in Adversity: Self-Motivation as the Basis…
Self-motivation is an advanced component of motivation, referring to the adolescent’s ability to regulate their own efforts and maintain momentum…