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Externalization as a self-protective mechanism in a stigmatized group.

S B Hillman1, P C Wood, S S Sawilowsky

  • 1Wayne State University.

Psychological Reports
|April 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

African-American adolescents scored high on external locus of control, a measure of belief in external forces influencing life events. This finding emerged despite their elevated self-concept, suggesting a complex interplay of psychological factors.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Social Psychology

Background:

  • Locus of control (LOC) is a key psychological construct.
  • Internal LOC relates to belief in personal agency, while external LOC reflects belief in external forces.
  • Self-concept significantly impacts adolescent development and well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the locus of control orientation in African-American adolescents.
  • To examine the relationship between locus of control and self-concept in this demographic.
  • To identify potential disparities in locus of control among minority youth.

Main Methods:

  • The Nowicki-Strickland measure of internal-external locus of control was utilized.
  • A sample of 110 African-American adolescents participated in the study.

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  • Quantitative analysis was performed on the collected data.

    • Main Results:

    • The study revealed a predominant external locus of control among the participants.
    • Adolescents demonstrated a higher than average self-concept.
    • A notable divergence was observed between high externalization and elevated self-concept.

    Conclusions:

    • African-American adolescents in this sample exhibit a strong external locus of control.
    • The coexistence of external LOC and high self-concept warrants further investigation.
    • Findings highlight the need for culturally sensitive psychological interventions for adolescents.