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- Title
THE EFFECT OF PERCEIVED PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT AND THE USE OF GROWTH-FOSTERING RELATIONSHIPS ON SELF-CONCEPT IN ADOLESCENTS PARTICIPATING IN GEAR UP.
- Authors
Gibson, Donna M.; Jefferson, Renee N.
- Abstract
Adolescence is marked by physical, cognitive, and social changes which affect how individuals perceive themselves. However, individuals do integrate their perceptions with those of significant others. Adolescents' self-concept is influenced by their relationships with family, peers, mentors, and community groups. In this study, the characteristics of these relationships are examined as well as the perception of parental involvement. The effect of perceived parental involvement and the use of growth-fostering relationships on self-concept was examined using 78 adolescents who were participating in GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness of Readiness for Undergraduate Programs). Results support the influence of family, peers, mentors, and involvement in community groups on adolescent self-concept.
- Subjects
PARENT-child relationships; ADOLESCENCE; SENSORY perception; SELF-perception; FAMILY relations; MENTORS; INTERPERSONAL relations
- Publication
Family Therapy: The Journal of the California Graduate School of Family Psychology, 2006, Vol 33, Issue 1, p29
- ISSN
0091-6544
- Publication type
Article