The effects of physique and intrafamily tension on self-concepts in adolescent males.

Abstract

Forced choice alternatives constructed on the basis of personality theory were evaluated by judges and analyzed according to intercorrelation in high school students. They are used to construct 3 sub tests that assess self concepts. Intrafamily tension is rated by counselors and physique is classified by height and weight. "Only intrafamily tension had a significant effect . . . on the subtest measuring the Inner-Controlled Self and the Somatic-Primitive Self. Physique had a significant effect . . . on the subtest measuring the Outer-Controlling Self and the Submissive-Dependent Self, although a significant interaction effect . . . was also present. Only intrafamily tension had a significant effect . . . on the subtest measuring the Integrative-Actualizing Self and the Detached-Independent Self." (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved)