A Preliminary Exploration of the Influence of Short-Term Adventure-Based Expeditions on Levels of Resilience

Ewert, Alan; Yoshino, Aiko

doi:10.1177/105382590703000308

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“…And similar to the outcomes in wilderness, improvement is maintained at follow-up one year later. These studies provide support for the claim that private-pay residential programs and wilderness therapy programs provide a lasting benefit (Behrens, 2006;Behrens et al, 2010;Behrens & Satterfield, 2007;Bettmann, 2007;Bettmann, Demong, & Jasperson, 2008;Davis-Berman & Berman, 1993;Ewert & Yoshino, 2008).…”

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Young Adults in Transition: Factors That Support and Hinder Growth and Change

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Holloway²

2018

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Young adults between 18 and 24 years of age with mental illness are significantly less likely to receive mental health services than adults in older age groups. Nationally, higher rates of depression, substance abuse, and psychiatric issues are reported in this age group. A therapeutic model referred to as young adult transition programs has emerged to better address the unique developmental challenges found in this age group. This study examined 317 critical incidents that supported or hindered young adults in a therapeutic transition program. The research design used a combination of an instrumental case study and critical incident technique (CIT). Using interviews and the Outcome Questionnaire 45.2, the study explored indepth the experiences of 17 young adults who were alumni of a young adult transition program. The research focused on critical incidents that supported or hindered the young adult in their process of growth and change while in treatment and whether meaningful change lasted beyond treatment. Its objective was to better understand the transition experience from a participant perspective and, through the findings, inform program development and evaluation for young adult transition programs. Several significant findings emerged from the data, among them the importance of interpersonal relationships, experiential education and adventure, individualized programming, and community and culture. An understanding of these findings leads to a discussion on transformational mentoring and leadership as well as relational cultural practice and how this can support leaders of transition programs in further research and program development. The limitations of the study are discussed and suggestions for future studies are offered. This

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Young Adults in Transition: Factors That Support and Hinder Growth and Change

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Holloway²

2018

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“…In the modern literature, there is some debate about the extent to which the lessons learned on expedition transfer to more mundane situations in participants' home lives. Nonetheless, it has been argued that short-term expedition experiences can produce a longterm personality change (Ewert & Yoshino, 2007;Takano, 2010). Similarly, recent work by Sayer (2011) suggests that change of understanding and world view typically takes time and does not happen 'overnight'.…”

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“…Moreover, there is evidence that expedition friendships often take on a meaningful quality that lies in stark contrast to those developed within normal social structures. One study found a significant self-reported positive response to statements such as "I can deal with whatever comes in the future" (Ewert & Yoshino, 2007). Others link this increase in selfreliance to the degree of the participants' involvement in the practical operation of the expedition (Ashby, 1999;Kennedy, 1992).…”

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Personal development on youth expeditions: a literature review and thematic analysis

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Youth expeditions are associated with a range of benefits for participants. More young people are participating in overseas expeditions than ever before as vacation and gap year choices are diversified by a rising number of expedition providers. To date there has been no systematic research effort to draw together and evaluate the evidence that underpins the benefits, or otherwise, for youths participating in overseas expeditions. This paper reviews empirical and philosophical literature which has been published in a range of journals and themes emerging are placed into a personal growth model. This review (or mapping exercise) focused on post-1990 literature and found 35 key publications which met the criteria: youth expedition; duration exceeding 14 days, self-propelled, and based overseas or out-of-state. The 35 publications (UK 26; USA 4; Australia 3; Japan 1; South Africa 1) were subjected to a thematic analysis using Greenaway's (1998) 'Four Arrows' model of personal growth. Outcomes associated with overseas youth expedition participation included (1) upward personal growth (realising potential) including increased confidence; physical and social resilience; self-reliance and ability to overcome challenges, (2) outward personal growth (learning about & relating to others), (3) inward personal growth (learning about self), and (4) downward personal growth (learning about environment). The processes that were valued in overseas expeditions and which, with some caution, may be linked with some of the aforementioned outcomes include: genuine independence; group isolation and selfsufficiency; person-centred leadership; positive responses to stress and physically demanding activity. Suggestions for areas for further meaningful research are offered.

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“…A recent study examined the application of attachment theory to working with adults in wilderness therapy (Bettmann & Jasperson, 2008), while others primarily examined the impact of nonclinical wilderness adventures with adults (Goldenberg & Pronsolino, 2008;Jostad, Paisley, & Gookin, 2012;Paxton & McAvoy, 2000) or as an adjunct to inpatient treatment for survivors of combat-related PTSD (Hyer, Boyd, Scurfield, Smith, & Burke, 1996). Similar studies explored the impact of wilderness exposure on sense of community (Breunig et al, 2008) or resilience (Ewert & Yoshino, 2008).…”

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