title: Adolescent self-perception as a function of vision loss.
abstract: The potential effect of vision loss on adolescents' self-perception has been the subject of limited research. Several previous studies have failed to shed much light on this relationship. This study, utilizing a sample of adolescents with visual problems and a comparison sample with normal vision, found significant differences in dimensions of perceived self-concept between these groups. Some possible interpretations of these results are offered. The need for new research in this field of inquiry is emphasized.
authors.affiliation: Department of Counselor Education, Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago 60625.
authors.forename: L A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: Beaty
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D006233:Persons with Disabilities; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D008297:Male; D012649:Self Concept; D013334:Students; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000523:psychology*