title: Turning points and developmental change: subjective and "objective" assessments.
abstract: Drawing on recent developmental theories that emphasize the interplay of external and internal factors, the present study examines the interrelationship of self-defined turning points in life, and longitudinal change in self-concept and psychological well-being, among younger and older adults. Self-concept dimensions are found to be stable over time and to predict the impact of turning points.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000339:Affect; D000368:Aged; D004522:Educational Status; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006803:Human Development; D006801:Humans; D007182:Income; D008016:Life Change Events; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009013:Morale; D010549:Personal Satisfaction; D012649:Self Concept