ABSTRACT
Adolescent development can be associated with thinking about and preparing for the future (Nurmi, 1991; Poole & Cooney, 1987; Seginer, 1988). It has been suggested that, by becoming interested in their future life and related adult roles, young people direct their own development in their social environment (Nurmi, 1993) and also construct their identity as members of a society (Erikson, 1959; Marcia, 1980). Such thoughts about the future is encouraged by significant others, such as parents, peers, teachers, and society in general.
