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The Role of General and Situational Meaning-Making in Problem Identification and Solution Formulation

Rieck, Nicolas (2024) The Role of General and Situational Meaning-Making in Problem Identification and Solution Formulation.

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Abstract:This study explores how general and situational meaning-making processes influence problem identification and solution generation from an individual’s perspective. Data were collected from undergraduate students using the Sentence Completion Test Integral (SCTi-MAP) for ego development stages and the Meaning in Life Questionnaire (MLQ) for measuring meaning presence and search. Qualitative analysis categorized participants into ego development stages: Conscientious, Self-Aware, Conformist, and Individualistic. Most participants were in the Conscientious stage, characterized by responsible, structured thinking and self-reflection. The average Presence and Search for Meaning scores were 23.8 and 23.9, respectively. Higher ego development stages correlate with more sophisticated and flexible cognitive schemas for understanding and addressing life’s problems. These participants exhibited greater complexity in problem identification and solution formulation, emphasizing the role of advanced cognitive and emotional development in enhancing problem-solving abilities. The study highlights the importance of supporting higher ego development stages to improve adaptability and effectiveness in personal and professional contexts. It suggests further research on the impact of cultural and social environments on meaning-making and recommends long-term studies to understand the evolution of these processes.
Item Type:Essay (Bachelor)
Faculty:BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences
Subject:77 psychology
Programme:Psychology BSc (56604)
Link to this item:https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/102724
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