Subjective Biological Self and Self-Actualization

Author(s): Privette, G., Berretta, S. A., Bundrick, C. M.

Journal/Book: Percept Mot Skills. 1994; 79: PO Box 9229, Missoula, MT 59807. Perceptual Motor Skills. 1327-1337.

Abstract: Ginsburg, Rogers, and Maslow, humanistic theorists, have maintained that the self is an emergent characteristic of one's biological makeup. The relationship between physical self-efficacy as an appraisal of subjective biology and self-actualization was examined in a sample of 160 black and white participants. An r of .46 supports the association of subjective biology and self-actualization. Whereas there were no gender or racial differences in scores on self-actualization, men scored higher on physical self-efficacy and subscales of perceived physical ability and perceived self-presentation confidence.

Note: Article JR Sumerlin, CUNY Medgar Evers Coll, Dept Allied Hlth & Phys Educ, 1150 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY 11225 USA

Keyword(s): PEAK PERFORMANCE; EFFICACY SCALE; PHYSICAL-FITNESS; HOMELESS MEN; PERSONALITY; EXPERIENCE; HEALTH; VALIDATION; VALIDITY; WELL

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