The Role of Friendship in Emerging Adulthood: A Cornerstone of Well-Being and Mental Health

To mark International Friendship Day, the TAE Project team takes this opportunity to reflect on the vital significance of peer relationships during emerging adulthood, the developmental stage spanning ages 18 to 29.

The transition to adulthood brings new challenges, pivotal decisions, and the exploration of diverse personal and professional paths. Throughout this period of change, social support from friends evolves beyond mere leisure; it establishes itself as a fundamental pillar of well-being and a key protective factor against psychological distress.

Research for Positive Development and Mental Health

A primary objective of our research group is to gain deeper insight into the variables that promote psychosocial adjustment and flourishing among young people.

By examining relational and family contexts during this developmental stage, we aim to provide rigorous empirical evidence to inform the design of more effective public policies and social interventions.

If you are interested in exploring the scientific evidence on positive youth development, support networks, and well-being in emerging adults, we invite you to browse our research repository:

👉 Explore our scientific articles and publications here

The Transition to Adulthood in Spain (TAE) Project relies on the joint institutional collaboration of researchers from the Universidad de Sevilla, the Escuela Universitaria de Osuna (an affiliated center of the Universidad de Sevilla), and the Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea.

Proyect PID2024-155825NB-I00 financed by MICIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033/FEDER, UE