Art, Music, and Sport: Catalysts of Growth for Adolescents in Extreme Contexts - A Qualitative Inquiry

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Limited research has focused on the experiences of adolescents in extracurricular programs and their potential to enhance their optimal development. Moreover, less studies examine the participation in such programs for those developing in extreme conditions (i.e. extreme poverty, sexual exploitation, refugee camps, conflicted areas, areas affected by climate changes). This study focuses on the experience of youth living in the difficult context of Southern Madagascar. The aims of this study are to explore and gain a better understanding of the experience of adolescents engaging in extracurricular activities within this extreme context. A total of 14 (N=14) semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 participants (M=7; F=7), aged 15 to 19 years old, involved in extracurricular programs like art, music and sport, provided by a local non-governmental organisation. Based on a thematic analysis, the results show that this extracurricular program support the process of socialization of youth, personal growth, and give a sense of protection. Such programs also support their psychological well-being and their basic psychological needs in a challenging and insecure environment, and attempt to bridge the gap in basic resources. Overall, these results offer interesting insights on the value of these programs for youth living in extreme contexts of development.

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