Guilt, Shame, and Symptoms in Children.

Ferguson, Tamara J.; Stegge, Hedy; Miller, Erin R.; Olsen, Michael E.

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Publication Date: 1999

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Guilt, Shame, and Symptoms in Children.

Ferguson, Tamara J.; Stegge, Hedy; Miller, Erin R.; Olsen, Michael E.

Developmental Psychology, v35 n2 p347-57 Mar 1999

Used semiprojective and scenario-based measures to identify evidence for adaptive or maladaptive aspects of guilt and shame in 5- to 12-year olds. Found that shame and projective guilt were related to symptoms as rated by parents, self-blame, and attempts to minimize painful feelings. Scenario-based guilt was related to fewer symptoms in boys but greater symptoms in girls. (Author/KB)

Descriptors: Affective Behavior, Children, Emotional Development, Emotional Response, Guilt, Measurement Techniques, Sex Differences, Symptoms (Individual Disorders)

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Language: English

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