On identity development in the context of adolescence and migration

This article traces the identity development of a young adult against the background of adolescence and migration. After the discussion of psychoanalytic theories on this topic, I use excerpts from protocols of a long-term psychotherapy in order to show significant processes of change. By doing so, I show the importance of both the pre-migratory personality and the provision of >> transitional spaces << in order to enable necessary identity adjustments.

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This article examines the development of identity in a young adult within the context of adolescence and migration. Drawing on psychoanalytic theories and excerpts from long-term psychotherapy, the significant processes of change are highlighted, emphasizing the significance of pre-migratory personality and the provision of transitional spaces for necessary identity adjustments.