Correlational study of self-concept and perceived parental attitudes among learning disabled adolescents

Pages: 1572-1576
Aditi Sonthwal and Meena Jain (Department of Psychology, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Rajasthan)

The purpose of the current study was to assess and analyse the relationship between self-concept and perceived parental attitudes among learning disabled adolescents aging 12-18 years. A sample of 30 participants was chosen through purposive sampling from special educational institutions with mean age of 15.2 years. They were administered the self-concept questionnaire (Saraswat), and parent child relationship scale (Rao). The results indicated that adolescents with learning disabilities had average total self-concept and perceived moderate level of relationship with mother and father. The findings revealed a significant relationship between self-concept and perceived parental attitudes. The findings are helpful as they provide an insight about the perception of the adolescents. Feelings and sentiments experienced at home & emotional interactions with parents play a key role in children’s attitude towards themselves, their future & towards society.