Preconference workshops take place, Wednesday, June 4 between 9am-5pm – Pre-conference events (separate registration required).
| Name of Preconference | Topic Network(s) | June 4th, 2025 Morning session 9am-12pm Afternoon session 1pm-4pm |
| SSEA & International Society for Research on Identity (ISRI) Identity Pre-Conference | Identity Topic Network and ISRI | Full-day session |
| SSEA & International Society for Research on Identity (ISRI) Identity Pre-Conference | Identity Topic Network and ISRI | Half-day session |
| Works in Progress | Emerging Scholars | Morning session |
| Emerging Adults’ Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Prevention and Intervention: Case Illustrations and Common Themes | Mental Health, Prevention Intervention, and Psychotherapy | Afternoon session |
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2025 SSEA & International Society for Research on Identity (ISRI) Pre-conference (choose morning, afternoon, or both)
Dr. Mary Kate Koch, Presenter (Gonzaga University; pictured)
2025 SSEA Identity Issues Topic Network Preconference
This year, join us for an exciting collaboration between the SSEA Identity Issues Topic Network and the International Society for Research on Identity (ISRI)! During our full-day pre-conference, we will offer content of broad interest to scholars interested in topics relating to identity.
Morning Session
In the morning session, join us for the traditional ISRI roundtable. During this roundtable, attendees will be oriented to the day’s events and introduce themselves to one another in the spirit of building a broader identity community.
For the second half of the morning session, join us for a methodology workshop hosted by Dr. Mary Kate Koch (Gonzaga University) entitled, “Text Mining Methods for Narratives and Other Textual Data”:
The words young people use and the stories they choose to share can reveal a lot of information about important processes like identity development. However, making sense of these words can be intensive. Researchers are increasingly utilizing text mining methods, which offer powerful tools for exploring patterns in large-scale narrative and textual datasets. This workshop will introduce core methods in text mining, including preprocessing techniques, and basic natural language processing (i.e., topic modeling and sentiment analysis). These methods will be introduced using practical applications in developmental and psychological research, which will include discussing how to apply these tools to participant narratives, interviews, social media data, and other textual data sources. Participants will learn how to use text mining to identify themes and complement traditional qualitative coding approaches (e.g., thematic analysis). No prior programming experience is required. The workshop will include R code and guided exercises using sample data that will also be walked through during the session. At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be equipped with a foundation for incorporating text mining into their own research.
Afternoon Session
The afternoon session will comprise two parts: a formal topic networking event and an invited poster session.
In the first half of the afternoon session, there will be a formal small-group networking event. Small groups will be organized by topics of common interest (e.g., gender and sexual orientation, narrative, mental health). A menu of questions will be provided to inspire conversation and potential avenues for future collaboration.
Finally, in the invited poster session, come see nearly two dozen identity researchers present their groundbreaking research. The session features presenters from all academic levels (senior, early career, student) and will showcase work that is empirical, theoretical, and/or currently in progress. Poster session attendees, including experts in the field, will engage presenters in discussion about the presented work and proposed questions for works in progress and provide advice about potential options.
2025 SSEA Conference Tri-Topic Network Pre-conference
Tri-Topic Workshop: Mental Health, Psychotherapy, and Prevention and Intervention – Case Illustrations and Common Themes
Presenters: Sarah Callaghan, Abby Goldstein, Lital Mellinger, Ohad Nahum, Filomena Sabatella
Objective
- To explore various perspectives of Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Prevention and intervention with emerging adults.
- Participants will engage with case examples, discuss practical strategies, and connect through interactive dialogue and small-group work to deepen insight.
- The session is designed to foster connection, shared learning, and collaboration among SSEA members around these key areas of focus.
Timeline
Case Studies, Current Issues, and Discussions
- The first part of the workshop will include three presentations of cases, illustrations, and concepts related to psychotherapy, mental health, and prevention and intervention.
- Each presentation will be paired with a discussant, followed by interactive Q&A sessions with the workshop participants.
Small Group Working Session and Report-Back
- Building on the workshop topics, case presentations, and participants’ experiences, groups will identify common themes and explore their relevance to intervention strategies, prevention techniques, and approaches to promoting mental health and well-being.
- Each group will receive guiding questions and contribute to a shared Padlet.
- Groups will report back in a brief plenary session.
Summary and Wrap-Up with Facilitators
- Key themes and challenges from the groups will be summarized, with takeaways for future application and collaboration.
2025 SSEA Conference Emerging Scholar Works-in-Progress Pre-conference
The Emerging Scholar Topic Network offers a valuable opportunity to engage with peers and experts in the field of emerging adulthood. This event is designed to help early-career researchers refine their work, gain constructive feedback, and connect with a supportive academic community.
Event Highlights
• Book Presentation: A 45-minute session featuring the authors of * Flourishing as a Scholar: Research Methods for the Study of Emerging Adulthood *
•Works-in-Progress Sessions: Share your research and receive tailored feedback!
•Networking Appetizer: Wrap up with a light networking appetizer to connect with peers
If you have any questions related to this call, feel free to reach out to Selma N. Uugwanga and Deeya Mitra!
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