THE ROLE OF ACTIVITY IN ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT - A STUDY OF EMPLOYMENT

Adolescent work values have historically been studied within the adult work value framework. This paper explores the notion that adolescence is a developmental stage, and therefore adolescent work values should be seen within this context. Such a developmental approach is found t o be useful in reconciling some of the discrepencies in the literature on adolescent work values. In addition, two variables that may help e xplain the development of adolescent work values: activity and time pe rspective, are discussed.