The Examination of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living and Perceived Adulthood in Emerging Adults

Abstract

Emerging adults differ in terms of the extent to which they perceive themselves as adults. We examined how the ability to perform activities related to independent living (i.e., instrumental activities of daily living [IADLs]) was associated with perceived adulthood. Data were collected from 236 emerging adults in college. Results suggested that IADL scores were positively related to perceived adulthood and achieved criteria of adulthood even after controlling for race, year in school, age, and sex. Results are discussed in terms of the development and importance of IADLs during emerging adulthood.

Support in Daily Living for Young Adults with Neurodevelopmental Conditions in Sweden: A Qualitative Description of Current Practice

“…During this process, young people are increasingly expected to navigate life themselves, and adapt to societal roles and expectations, eventually achieving milestones such as leaving home, completing their education, or finding a job (Grant & Potenza, 2009 ). Successfully achieving these milestones is challenging, requiring greater personal responsibility, complex decision-making, and organizational skills (Arnett & Padilla-Walker, 2015 ; Ayotte et al, 2020 ).…”