Summary of Big Ideas at the end of every chapter

Use of online resources such as videos, personality tests, reading materials for students to access as part of their activities

Use of various student activities such as journal/reflection writing, online survey, social research, organizing events, and video watching, video production, role-playing aside from the usual , classroom discussions and group dynamic activities.

Use of questions to elicit personal reflections are found in every chapter.

Inclusion of a chapter on Conflict Management

Valuable up-to-date statistical information from TESDA and CHED on projected in-demand careers and occupations

Use of concepts not covered in the DepEd curriculum, such as Joseph Campbell’s Hero Journey

Provides a blank Reflection page at the end of every chapter


Table of Contents

Chapter 1 : Introduction to Personal Development
Chapter 2 : Knowing Oneself
Chapter 3 : Developing the WHole Person
Chapter 4 : Development Stages in Middle and Late Adolescence
Chapter 5 : The Challenges of Middle and Late Adolescence
Chapter 6 : Coping with Stress in Middle and Late Adolescence
Chapter 7 : The Power of the Mind : Whole Brain Theory
Chapter 8 : Mental Health and Well-being in Middle and Late Adolescence Concepts of Mental Health and Well-Being
Chapter 9 : Emotional Intelligence
Chapter 10 : Personal Relationship
Chapter 11 : Social Relationships in Middle and Late Adolescence
Chapter 12 : Understanding Conflict
Chapter 13 : Family Structures and Legacies
Chapter 14 : Persons and Careers
Chapter 15 : Career Pathways
Chapter 16 : Insights into One’s Personal Development