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Relationship Between Self-esteem And Locus Of Control Among Well Functioning Adolescents
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This study investigated the relationship between self-esteem and locus of control among well-functioning Adolescents. A total of 100 Adolescents (55 males and 45 females) selected from senior secondary school were used. The participants were within the age range of 15-19 years with a mean age of 17 years. Three set of instrument comprising self-esteem test (Adenyo & Oyefoso 1985) Locus of control test (Criag, Franklin & Andrew 1984) and Kohn, Brien-wood, pukening & Decicco (2003) were used. Correlational research design was adopted while Pearson product moment statistic was used for data analysis. Finding showed that a significant positive relationship exist between high self-esteem and internal locus of control [r(98) = 0.87, P<.01]. Finding was discussed in relation to the literature reviewed and recommendations were also made.
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CHAPTER ONE - [ Total Page(s): 3 ]Several studies show that self-esteem influences academic performance
(Clifford, 1964). Research has shown that self-esteem is a better
predictor of academic success than measured intelligence (Clifford,
1964). Research aside; common sense dictates that our thoughts influence
our feelings and behaviors. Our behavior consequently influences our
performance. Life is essentially a self-fulfilling prophecy. Common
sense also dictates that a student who has self-doubt and lacks
self-acc ... Continue reading---
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CHAPTER ONE - [ Total Page(s): 3 ]Several studies show that self-esteem influences academic performance
(Clifford, 1964). Research has shown that self-esteem is a better
predictor of academic success than measured intelligence (Clifford,
1964). Research aside; common sense dictates that our thoughts influence
our feelings and behaviors. Our behavior consequently influences our
performance. Life is essentially a self-fulfilling prophecy. Common
sense also dictates that a student who has self-doubt and lacks
self-acc ... Continue reading---
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