Socialization models and the construction of self

Author(s): Castiglioni, M.

Journal/Book: J Constr Psychol. 1998; 11: 1900 Frost Road, Suite 101, Bristol, PA 19007-1598. Taylor & Francis. 3-29.

Abstract: The study analyzes relationships between socialization practices and identity. A special form of role construct repertory grid was applied to 2 groups of preadolescents who had experienced opposed socialization practices. Group I was raised within a ''polyadic model,'' with several caregivers and multiple attachments, and Group 2 was raised within a ''dyadic model,'' with a single caregiver who had privileged relationship with the child. Those in Group I were found to be more multidimensional and more inclined than those in Group 2 to construe themselves and others ambivalently. They also tended to identify with more people than those in Group 2, who identified with I or at most 2 people. Those in Group I tended to distinguish move clearly between ''me as I am'' and ''me as others see me.'' These results are discussed and interpreted as adaptation strategies for different social contexts.

Note: Article Ugazio V, Univ Turin, Dipartimento Psicol, Via PO 14, I-10123 Turin, ITALY

Keyword(s): PERSONAL CONSTRUCT; EMOTIONAL VULNERABILITY; DEPRESSION; DISCREPANCY

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