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Thesis/Dissertation Information
- Degree Disciplines:
- Psychology
Notes
- Abstract:
- Emerging adulthood is the period of life between 18-25 years, characterized by relative independence, continued exploration, self-focus and a heightened sense of “in-between” (Arnett, 2012). Studies have reported that psychosocial changes dominate emerging adulthood and make it a vulnerable time for involvement in problem behaviors. Few investigations have evaluated the predictive utility of psychosocial processes associated with maladaptation during emerging adulthood. Identifying predictors of maladjustment during emerging adulthood is warranted given involvement in problem behaviors that undermine healthy transition to adulthood. The current study investigated the direct relationship between perceived parental psychological control and alcohol problems, and whether social anxiety mediated this association. The archival data for the current study was drawn from the original MUSIC study (Multi-Site University Study of Identity and Culture; Schwartz, Waterman, et al., 2011). The MUSIC study included a national sample of 30 colleges and universities in the United States. The full sample consisted of 10, 320 ethnically diverse emerging adults (age 18-30 years) that were 70% female and 30% male. The current study found that perceived parental psychological control was predictive of social anxiety and alcohol related problems. However, the hypothesis that social anxiety would mediate the relationship between perceived parental psychological control and alcohol-related problems was not supported. These findings support current evidence on the enduring effects of perceived parental psychological control on behavioral outcomes.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (M.S.)--Barry University, 2016.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 42-56).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Tiffany A. Lyon. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- HQ755.86.L86 2016_LyonTiffany ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- HQ755.86.L86 2016 ( lcc )
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