The Reaction to Frustration of Middle- and Lower-Class Children.

Berger, David F.

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The Reaction to Frustration of Middle- and Lower-Class Children

Berger, David F.

Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, 18, 2, 269-279, Oct 74

Response rates and latencies of white, lower-, and middle-class preschool children were measured in an experimentally-induced frustration situation. Socioeconomic class differences in frustration situation. Socioeconomic class differences in frustration reactions were found; two possible hypotheses are offered in explanation. (SDH)

Descriptors: Discrimination Learning, Locus of Control, Lower Class, Middle Class, Preschool Children, Reaction Time, Responses, Socioeconomic Background, Whites

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