DIMENSIONS OF IMMATURITY. THE SYNDROME OF PETER PAN IN THE RESILIENCE PERSPECTIVE

Abstract

In the following publication was introduced the category of the immaturity in the context of etymology puer aeternus presented, inter alia, by C. G. Jung and M.-L. von Franz. Moreover, I propose to consider the connection of puer aeternus attitude with Peter Pan syndrome described by D. Kiley.

The article shows the theoretical framework of the phenomenon of resilience in question and collate it with the functioning of young, adult men, 18–27 years old. Using narrative interview, the author researched 20 young men who spend all their free time in clubs, asking them about their childhood, relationships with parents, upbringing and present life. The paper presents the results of that research.

Based on literature studies was made theoretical part, where the author proved that a family and, in particular, an educational process and communication, as well as the frames of modern world, do not teach how to be an adult and a responsible person.

Thus, was found the application of resilience concepts to the constructive functioning of adults. Finally, was recognized that social-emotional development in adulthood is not only possible but especially desirable in the face of uncertainty, loneliness and the mental requirements of the postmodern world.