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ERIC Number: EJ602149
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1999
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ISSN: ISSN-0009-3920
Perceived Competence and Self-Worth during Adolescence: A Longitudinal Behavioral Genetic Study.
McGuire, Shirley; Manke, Beth; Saudino, Kimberly J.; Reiss, David; Hetherington, E. Mavis; Plomin, Robert
Child Development, v70 n6 p1283-96 Nov-Dec 1999
This behavioral genetic study examined perceived competence and self-worth in same-sex twins, siblings, and stepsiblings 10 to 18 years old, and again 3 years later. Findings at second assessment showed six of seven subscales heritable. Genetic contributions to stability were found for perceived scholastic competence, athletic competence, physical appearance, and self-worth. Social competence showed nonshared environmental mediation across time. (Author/KB)
Descriptors: Adolescent Attitudes, Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Competence, Family Environment, Genetics, Interpersonal Competence, Longitudinal Studies, Nature Nurture Controversy, Self Esteem, Siblings, Stepfamily, Twins
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Behavior Genetics; Physical Appearance