A longitudinal study of mediating and conditional variables in gender-antisocial behavior and gender-depressive affect relationships /
This dissertation examines theoretical factors that (1) mediate and (2) moderate gender-antisocial behavior and gender-depressive affect relationships. Genderantisocial behavior relationship is hypothesized to be mediated by self- definition of compassion, attachment to conventional values, use of...
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| Format: | Thesis Book |
| Language: | English |
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| Summary: | This dissertation examines theoretical factors that (1) mediate and (2) moderate gender-antisocial behavior and gender-depressive affect relationships. Genderantisocial behavior relationship is hypothesized to be mediated by self- definition of compassion, attachment to conventional values, use of confrontational defense mechanism, exposure to sanctions of authorities, and experiences of achievement- related frustration. Gender-depressive affect relationship is hypothesized to be mediated by lack of positive self- regard, instability of self-image, use of avoidant defense mechanism, parental restriction and concern over peer acceptance. Genderantisocial behavior and gender-depressive affect relationships are hypothesized to be moderated by race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and by developmental stage. The results of the analysis based on structural equations modeling are, in general, consistent with the hypotheses: Gender-antisocial behavior relationship is directly mediated by self-definition of compassion, use of confrontational defense mechanism, exposure to sanctions of authorities, and experiences of achievement-related frustration. Gender-depressive affect relationship is directly explained by instability of self-image, use ofavoidant defense mechanism, parental restriction and concern over peer acceptance. Gender differences in antisocial behavior and depressive affect are partially moderated by race, father's education, and by developmental stage. |
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| Item Description: | Vita. "Major Subject: Sociology". |
| Physical Description: | xi, 149 leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm. Issued also on microfiche from University Microfilms Inc. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references. |