The validity of the Basic Personality Inventory (BPI) (D. Jackson, 1989) was studied with 101 adult male prisoners. Results are summarized in relation to the higher order factors of emotional adjustment, antisocial orientation, cognitive functioning, and social self-perception. The BPI scales measure psychopathology and adjustment in a…

In relationships among attachment classification, psychopathology, and personality, traits were examined in a group of 60 psychiatrically hospitalized adolescents. Attachment was examined in 27 adolescent-mother pairs. Both adolescent and maternal attachment status were overwhelmingly insecure and were highly concordant. Results support a model of…

Possible reasons for the underparticipation of gifted girls in science fields are discussed in terms of: disparity in cognitive abilities, personality characteristics, attitudes toward science, differences between in-school and out-of-school learning experiences, gender differences in mathematics preparation, and socialization factors. Suggestions…

One-hundred-nineteen educators and school administrators responded to a social suitability scale used with preservice special education teachers. Preliminary validity analysis supported the use of the scale. Factors such as showing enthusiasm for the field, respecting others, interpersonal responsiveness, and communication skills were rated the…

This study used data from the Australian Temperament Project to examine how child temperament characteristics and the "fit" between parent and child from early in life might influence social competence when children were 11 and 12 years old. Findings indicated that problematic child functioning, poor fit, or both, had negative…

Examines the interaction of the subjects' gender and sex role egalitarianism on their ratings of men and women in management and teaching professions. Explores the impact of the individual's gender in choosing a career in elementary education, secondary education, or management on college students' ratings of that individual. (JS)

This article reports on a study which investigated the question of whether the motivational and attitudinal components associated with wanting to do well, taking risks, and having a progressive ideology are empirically associated with staff ratings of quality. Subjects were 133 preservice primary teachers in England. (IAH)

Analysis of a questionnaire administered to 168 Jamaican college students reveals that they seem to reflect a societal profile of high authoritarianism. Respondents who do not share this antidemocratic personality perspective exhibit an attitude of powerlessness and alienation, yearn for societal change, and adopt a higher level of…

Relationships between parental behaviors and adolescent self-esteem were analyzed for 40 male and 50 female early adolescents from multiple settings. Increasing individuation in self-esteem regulation occurs during adolescent development; adolescents of higher levels of ego development evaluate themselves more independently of parental feedback…

Compares the personality types of a sample of 164 Navajo community college students with those of non-Indians using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). Applies research on the preferred instructional methods associated with MBTI personality types to the needs of Navajo students. (FMW)

Examined behaviors and personality traits attributed to a "bad kid" by adolescents and mothers of American, Chinese, and Japanese cultures. Five domains of behavior likely to yield cross-cultural differences were society, family, school, interpersonal harmony, and self-control. Adolescents and mothers differed significantly in the…

Examined the relationship between the emotional response of homophobia and selected personality and self-report behavioral variables (n=80). Data suggest that among young men certain personality characteristics compound homonegative affect and behavior. (JBJ)

Maintains that, if Richard Nixon is to be considered as a significant historical figure, his personality and complexity must be studied. Asserts that Nixon viewed the world as an unremitting struggle and unceasing competition in which an individual could only succeed by his own efforts. (CFR)

Reviews recent empirical studies that examine the short- and long-term sequelae of physical child maltreatment (PCM). Assesses the current status of research examining PCM's impact on children's development and psychosocial functioning. Major findings are discussed in the context of pertinent qualifications of existing evidence. (over 140…

Children predicted their performance on cognitive tasks; performed the tasks; and assessed their activity preferences and personality traits. Children's mothers and teachers made predictions about the children's performance and assessments. Teachers were as accurate as mothers in judging children's cognitive abilities but not in judging their…