Contributions of Family and Friends to Fear of Success in Men.

Balkin, Joseph; Donaruma, John A.

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Publication Date: 1978-Nov

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Contributions of Family and Friends to Fear of Success in Men.

Balkin, Joseph; Donaruma, John A.

Journal of Psychology, v100 p279-83 Nov 1978

An examination of 70 male college freshmen's stories written to a cue designed to elicit fear of success imagery revealed greater fear of success in students whose friends were not interested in college. These results may be due to fears of disapproval or rejection by such friends. (RL)

Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, College Students, Fear of Success, Friendship, Higher Education, Males, Peer Relationship

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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