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Children's Peer Relations and Their Psychological Adjustment: Differences between Close Friendships and the Larger Peer Group
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Klima, Tali; Repetti, Rena L. – Merrill-Palmer Quarterly: Journal of Developmental Psychology, 2008
In a longitudinal study that followed children from fourth through sixth grades, we tested whether problems in children's peer relations preceded psychological maladjustment and whether adjustment difficulties paved the way for poor social relationships. Both close friendships and peer group acceptance were examined. Our findings indicated that…
Descriptors: Peer Relationship, Friendship, Peer Groups, Adjustment (to Environment)