Racial Differences in Adolescent Coping and Self-Esteem

Racial differences in coping strategies and self-esteem were examined for 361 male and female adolescents in Grades 7-12. Coping strategies were assessed with the Adolescent Coping Orientation for Problem Experiences (J. M. Patterson & H. I. McCubbin, 1986). Self-esteem was assessed by the Coope...

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Published in:The Journal of genetic psychology 2000-06, Vol.161 (2), p.152-160
Main Authors: Chapman, Paula L., Mullis, Ronald L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adaptation, Psychological - physiology
Adolescent
Adolescent Behavior - physiology
Adolescents
African American Children
African Americans - psychology
Child
Coping
European Continental Ancestry Group - psychology
Female
Humans
Interpersonal Relations
Male
Psychology
Race
Self Concept
Self esteem
Self image
Surveys and Questionnaires
Teenagers
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Summary:Racial differences in coping strategies and self-esteem were examined for 361 male and female adolescents in Grades 7-12. Coping strategies were assessed with the Adolescent Coping Orientation for Problem Experiences (J. M. Patterson & H. I. McCubbin, 1986). Self-esteem was assessed by the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory (S. Coopersmith, 1987). Multivariate analysis revealed racial differences in adolescent coping strategies of ventilating feelings, seeking diversions, developing self-reliance, avoiding problems, seeking spiritual support, investing in close friends, engaging in demanding activities, solving family problems, and relaxing. In particular, African American adolescents reported using diversions, self-reliance, spiritual support, close friends, demanding activities, family problems, and relaxation more frequently than Caucasian adolescents did. Implications for professionals and recommendations for future research are discussed.
ISSN:0022-1325
1940-0896
DOI:10.1080/00221320009596702