APS

2022 APS Annual Convention

Variations in Generativity

Saturday, May 28, 2022 · Chicago, IL

Oral · Developmental

Generativity is the element of adult personality that leads to one benefiting younger and future generations. Erik Erikson first wrote of generativity within the developing self and in society. This symposium presents variations in generativity as these are manifested in diverse samples living in a variety of cultural contexts.

Chairs & Discussants

  • Ed de St. AubinChair
    Marquette University
  • Dan McAdamsDiscussant
    Northwestern University

Presentations

  1. Generativity in Milwaukee Black WomenEd de St. Aubin
  2. Generativity in New Delhi EldersMeghna Datta Roy, Will Futch
  3. Generativity in Canadians Recruited to Violent Extremist GroupsHeather Lawford