The Relation Between Sibling Closeness and Self-Efficacy Among Students at a Small Midwestern University

Author

Christopher Gahagan, Fort Hays State University

Department

Psychology

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Abstract

The purpose of the present study was to understand the relationship between an individual’s self-efficacy and the closeness and conflict they perceive with their siblings. The New General Self-Efficacy Scale (NGSE) (CHEN, Gully, & Eden, 2001) and measures of sibling closeness, including the Lifespan Sibling Relationship Scale (LSRS) (Riggio, 2000), and sibling conflict were completed by participants (N=123) from psychology classes at a small Midwestern university. A significant correlation was found between NGSE scores and the Child Behavior subscale of the LSRS. This result indicates that self-efficacy may be related to the positive behavioral interactions individuals share with each other as children.

Keywords

Siblings, Students, Attitude, Analysis, Demographics, Fort Hays State University, Ellis County (Kan.)

Advisor

Dr. Carol L. Patrick

Date of Award

Spring 2008

Document Type

Thesis - campus only access

DOI

10.58809/OPBC2848

Recommended Citation

Gahagan, Christopher, "The Relation Between Sibling Closeness and Self-Efficacy Among Students at a Small Midwestern University" (2008). Master's Theses. 3061.
DOI: 10.58809/OPBC2848
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/theses/3061

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