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Asset 3: Other Adult Relationships
Research shows that young people who have three or more caring adults who support them feel happier and more hopeful, do better in school, and are less likely to rely on drinking, smoking, or drugs to feel good or fit in.
Asset 2: Positive Family Communication
Research shows that young people who experience positive communication with their parents are more likely to grow up healthy and are more willing to seek their parents’ advice and counsel.
Asset 1: Family Support
Research shows that young people are more likely to grow up healthy when their families provide them with high levels of love and support.
Asset 1: Family Support Asset 2: Positive Family Communication Asset 3: Other Adult Relationships Asset 4: Caring Neighborhood Asset 5: Caring School Climate Asset 6: Parent Involvement in Schooling
Many studies over the years confirm that caring, supportive relationships with adults are critical for raising young people who are healthy and resilient.
Boundaries and Expectations Constructive Use of Time Empowerment Support
Young people depend on caring adults to provide the external assets that lead to a positive environment.
Boundaries and Expectations Commitment to Learning Constructive Use of Time Empowerment Positive Identity Positive Values Social Competence Support
The secret to helping children and youth grow into happy, healthy, and responsible adults isn’t really a secret at all. Research from Search Institute identifies 40 Developmental Assets that have a powerful, positive impact on young people.