Are we in control of our own development in adulthood, or are we shaped by circumstances beyond our control? By adopting the concept of Intentional Self-Development (ISD), this text outlines an action-theoretical approach to human development that emphasizes both an individual\'s ability to shape their own development throughout the lifespan, and the extent to which this potential is limited.
By examining general age-related changes and critical Life events, Intentional Se.
Are we in control of our own development in adulthood, or are we shaped by circumstances beyond our control? By adopting the concept of Intentional Self-Development (ISD), this text outlines an action-theoretical approach to human development that emphasizes both an individual\'s ability to shape their own development throughout the lifespan, and the extent to which this potential is limited