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Self-concept: differences among adolescents by gender.

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| June 22, 2002 | Pierson, Melinda R.; Glaeser, Barbara C. | COPYRIGHT 2002 Rapid Intellect Group, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Abstract

This study compared adolescents by gender on self-concept. Participants consisted of sixth, seventh, and eighth graders placed in general education classes or special day classes and designated by their teachers as either high-or low-achieving. Responses on the Student Self-Concept Scale were examined using a between groups MANOVA design. Findings were not significant when male and female adolescents were divided by class placement and rank within placement. However, one significant effect was found when analyzed without the division of class placement or rank within placement. Males scored significantly lower on social self-concept. The results suggest ...

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