Self-concept and anxiety of adolescent and adult fathers.
This study examines the relationship between the age of unmarried fathers and their self-concept and anxiety level. A total of 24 unmarried fathers (12 adolescents and 12 adults) comprised the sample. No significant differences were found between adolescent and adult fathers on self-concept or anxiety level. Findings are discussed with regard to the current status of research on adolescent fathers.
Robinson
B E
BE
Child and Family Development, University of North Carolina, Charlotte 28223.
Barret
R L
RL
D000293:Adolescent; D001007:Anxiety / Q000523:psychology*; D005219:Father-Child Relations; D005220:Fathers / Q000523:psychology*; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D007086:Illegitimacy; D008297:Male; D011581:Psychological Tests; D012649:Self Concept