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Self-concept and delinquency proneness.

F R Jones, M T Swain

    Adolescence
    |January 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Self-concept shifts did not occur in delinquent-prone and non-delinquent-prone boys after behavioral manipulation. Both groups viewed themselves similarly, challenging homeostatic self-concept theories.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Developmental Psychology
    • Social Psychology

    Background:

    • The homeostatic model of self-concept posits that engaging in anti-social or pro-social behavior typically results in self-concept shifts.
    • Previous research by Graf (1968) and Deitz (1970) explored these expectancies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate whether behavioral manipulation leads to self-concept shifts in adolescent boys.
    • To examine differences in self-concept between delinquent-prone and non-delinquent-prone boys.

    Main Methods:

    • The study involved 12-14-year-old junior high school boys, categorized as delinquent-prone (DP) and non-delinquent-prone bright (NDPB).
    • Participants underwent behavioral manipulation, and their reactions were assessed using an aggression module.

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    Main Results:

    • Contrary to the homeostatic model, expected self-concept shifts did not occur following behavioral manipulation.
    • Both DP and NDPB groups exhibited similar self-perceptions.
    • While participants engaged in reparative behavior as expected, their chronic self-images remained unchanged.

    Conclusions:

    • The findings challenge the homeostatic model of self-concept in adolescent males.
    • Authors suggested that self-concept shifts for delinquent-prone individuals might occur after leaving the school environment and its associated sub-culture.