title: Externalization as a self-protective mechanism in a stigmatized group.
abstract: The Nowicki-Strickland measure of internal-external locus of control was administered to 110 African-American adolescents. Analysis indicated high externalization, even though these students had a higher than average self-concept.
authors.affiliation: Wayne State University.
authors.forename: S B
authors.initials: SB
authors.lastname: Hillman
authors.forename: P C
authors.initials: PC
authors.lastname: Wood
authors.forename: S S
authors.initials: SS
authors.lastname: Sawilowsky
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D001741:Black or African American / Q000523:psychology*; D003674:Defense Mechanisms; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007389:Internal-External Control; D008297:Male; D010555:Personality Inventory; D011287:Prejudice; D012307:Risk Factors; D012649:Self Concept; D014477:Underachievement