The
Self-Concept of Delinquent and Non-Delinquent Saudi Juveniles
F. Hilmi |
The
aim of this study was to examine the self-concept similarities and
dissimilarities of young Saudi delinquent and non-delinquent males.
Seventy-seven delinquent subjects (age average=16.27 years) were
compared with ninety-nine non-delinquent subjects (age average=15.31
years). The Twenty Statements Test was used to measure the self-concept
dimensions, and a content analysis was performed on the data collected.
The data showed that delinquency is associated significantly with
negative self-descriptions, with the absence of positive attitudes
towards school and with the absence of participation in socially-accepted
recreational activities. Such results were in line with the results
achieved by other self-concept researchers.
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