Wellbeing and narrative identity

Wellbeing is intricately connected with a strong sense of personal identity. This article reports on one study that explores wellbeing through narrative inquiry - a process that draws on the stories told by children, their teachers and their parents, along with the researcher's analysis and interpretation. Beginning with a brief examination of the policy environment, the article lays out a conceptual framework for the study, to define what is meant by wellbeing.