Problem-solving skills: These include the ability to think abstractly, reflectively, the ability to be flexible and the ability to seek alternative solutions for both cognitive and social problems.Autonomy: This refers to a strong sense of independence, an internal locus of control, a sense of power, and self-esteem and self-efficacy.A sense of purpose and future: This refers to healthy expectations, a positive goal and success orientation, the will to be successful, educational aspirations, persistence, optimism, hopefulness, hardiness, belief in a bright future, a sense of anticipation, a sense of a compelling future and a sense of coherence.