Youth development in India : future generations in a changing world /
Deb, Sibnath,
Youth development in India : future generations in a changing world / Sibnath Deb, Bishakha Majumdar and Aleena Maria Sunny. - First South Asia edition. - xix, 342 pages ; 24 cm
Includes statistical tables. "A Routledge India original"--Cover.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
List of figures -- List of tables -- Foreword by Michael Dunne -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- 1. Child protection and youth development -- 2. Demographic and socio-economic status of the youth -- 3. Role of family and its culture in child upbringing and youth development -- 4. Role of teachers and other important influencers in youth development -- 5. Changing socio-economic and political scenario and youth development -- 6. Adversities experienced by youth and their risk behaviour -- 7. Virtual world and its impact on youth development -- 8. Mental fitness and other psychological capitals of youth in India -- 9. Youth participation in crisis management, social development and policy formulation -- 10. Skill development programmes, entrepreneurship, and international and national policies and programmes for youth -- Index.
This book provides a comprehensive understanding of youth development and protection in the Indian context. It reviews the demographic and socio-economic background and future prospects of Indian youth. The book discusses the role of family and culture in the upbringing and development of youth, changing political and socio-economic situations, and the influence of parents and teachers in shaping the future of the youth. The book highlights the nature of adversities faced by children and youth and the subsequent impact on their mental health and well-being. It also examines the efficacy of various skill development programmes and national and international policies designed for the youth.
The book will be of interest to students, teachers, and researchers of population sciences, population studies, psychology, childhood studies, development studies, sociology, and youth studies. It will also be of interest to policymakers and NGOs working with children and youth.
9781032332499
Library of Congress -- New Delhi Overseas Office
2022337332
Young adults--Social conditions.--India
Youth development--India.
Youth in development--India.
HQ799.8.I4 / D43 2022
305.242 / DEB
Youth development in India : future generations in a changing world / Sibnath Deb, Bishakha Majumdar and Aleena Maria Sunny. - First South Asia edition. - xix, 342 pages ; 24 cm
Includes statistical tables. "A Routledge India original"--Cover.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
List of figures -- List of tables -- Foreword by Michael Dunne -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- 1. Child protection and youth development -- 2. Demographic and socio-economic status of the youth -- 3. Role of family and its culture in child upbringing and youth development -- 4. Role of teachers and other important influencers in youth development -- 5. Changing socio-economic and political scenario and youth development -- 6. Adversities experienced by youth and their risk behaviour -- 7. Virtual world and its impact on youth development -- 8. Mental fitness and other psychological capitals of youth in India -- 9. Youth participation in crisis management, social development and policy formulation -- 10. Skill development programmes, entrepreneurship, and international and national policies and programmes for youth -- Index.
This book provides a comprehensive understanding of youth development and protection in the Indian context. It reviews the demographic and socio-economic background and future prospects of Indian youth. The book discusses the role of family and culture in the upbringing and development of youth, changing political and socio-economic situations, and the influence of parents and teachers in shaping the future of the youth. The book highlights the nature of adversities faced by children and youth and the subsequent impact on their mental health and well-being. It also examines the efficacy of various skill development programmes and national and international policies designed for the youth.
The book will be of interest to students, teachers, and researchers of population sciences, population studies, psychology, childhood studies, development studies, sociology, and youth studies. It will also be of interest to policymakers and NGOs working with children and youth.
9781032332499
Library of Congress -- New Delhi Overseas Office
2022337332
Young adults--Social conditions.--India
Youth development--India.
Youth in development--India.
HQ799.8.I4 / D43 2022
305.242 / DEB