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Jaffee, Lynn; Manzer, Rebecca – Melpomene Journal, 1992
The relationship between activity and positive self-esteem in girls 9 to 12 years of age was explored in this study. The hypothesis was that the positive relationship between physical activity and positive self-esteem which exists for women also exists for girls. A secondary goal was to gain insight into some of the factors that are associated…
Descriptors: Aspiration, Athletics, Early Adolescents, Exercise
Jaffee, Lynn; Ricker, Sherri – Melpomene Journal, 1993
The relationship between activity and positive self-esteem in girls 12 to 17 years of age was explored by this study. The primary goal was to determine if the positive relationship between physical activity and positive self-esteem which exists for women also exists for girls. It was also hoped that insight would be gained regarding the factors…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Aspiration, Athletics
Jaffee, Lynn; Bergeron, Suzie – Melpomene Journal, 1994
This article is the final report on a study of adolescent girls which explored the relationship between physical activity and self-esteem. Two earlier phases of the study collected data on girls aged 9 to 12 years (n=76) and aged 12 to 17 years (n=67). A questionnaire explored: (1) confidence and perceived competence; (2) sports and activity…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Aspiration, Athletics