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Peer reviewedO'Connor, Brian P. – Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 1995
For 418 subjects aged 12 to 21 years, identity development was strongly and consistently related to egocentrism, while perceived parental behavior accounted for little additional variance. Results also clarify differences between the Adolescent Egocentrism Scale and the Imaginary Audience Scale. (SLD)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Attitudes, Behavior Patterns, Child Development
Peer reviewedHolmbeck, Grayson N.; And Others – Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 1994
Cognitive development, egocentrism, and self-esteem were examined in relation to contraceptive knowledge, attitudes, and behavior for 300 high school and first-year college students. Adolescents with higher cognitive development and self-esteem scores had more knowledge about sexuality and contraception and were more likely to use contraceptives.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Child Development, Cognitive Development
