Having a purpose in life is one of the most fundamental human needs. However, for most
people, finding their purpose in life is not obvious. Modern life has a way of distracting …

The current review systematically addresses our ongoing research into the impact of finding
purpose, considering its importance from a developmental lens. Regarding psychological …

Although searching for and discovering a purpose in life has been associated with a variety
of psychological, physical, and academic benefits, the experience is relatively rare (Bronk …

Purpose—a cognitive process that defines life goals and provides personal meaning—may
help explain disparate empirical social science findings. Devoting effort and making …

The novel COVID-19 pandemic has created an extraordinary situation for our generation,
with many countries being on lockdown. With this, new situation comes many psychological …

Sažetak Purpose can be characterized as a central, self-organizing life aim. Central in that
when present, purpose is a predominant theme of a person's identity. Self-organizing in that …

In this chapter, we review the change trajectories and benefits of purpose throughout the
lifespan. We begin by defining two aspects of purpose:(1) sense of purpose, or the extent to …

Although finding a purpose is almost universally accepted as a developmental achievement,
relatively little research has sought to understand the potential means by which individuals …

The challenge of pursuing, developing, and maintaining a sense of life's meaning is an
undeniable part of human existence. Prominent scholars have suggested that struggling to …

Much of the effort expended in the medical and social sciences seems to follow an implicit
notion that all people desire is a life free from pain, suffering and distress. Our collective …