Positive youth development (PYD) emerged in the 1990s as a response to the deficit model of adolescent development that had been predominant throughout the 20th century. Whereas this deficit model viewed youth as “problems to be managed,” the strengths‐based PYD perspective instead views adolescents as “resources to be developed.” This entry provides an overview of the major theoretical models of PYD and provides examples of effective PYD programs. The continued integration of research and practice will support ongoing efforts to attempt to answer complex questions pertaining to the promotion of PYD and efforts to optimize positive development among all youth.
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