Temperament as a predictor of psychological adjustment in female adult incest victims.
Multiple regression analysis was used to examine the relation between temperament and psychological adjustment in a sample of female adult incest victims (N = 57). Several dimensions of temperament, including activity level, mood, approach/withdrawal, flexibility (adaptability), and rhythmicity were significant predictors of various indicators of adjustment and self-esteem. The findings suggest that temperamental characteristics may moderate the effects of childhood incest on adult adjustment.
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Department of Child Development and Family Science, North Dakota State University, Fargo 58105.
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Volk
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D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007179:Incest; D008875:Middle Aged; D010551:Personality; D010556:Personality Tests; D011379:Prognosis; D012649:Self Concept; D013694:Temperament