Positive youth development (PYD) is a modern view of characteristics believed to be instrumental in predicting healthy development not only in adolescence, but also into adulthood. Specifically, PYD predicts the likelihood that an individual will:

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Positive youth development predicts the likelihood that an individual will make contributions to his or her social world, such as being an active and engaged member of their community, having positive relationships with others, and making a positive impact on the world around them. PYD is not necessarily related to academic achievement or income level.

Positive Youth Development (PYD) Is a Modern View of Characteristics