Identity status and self‐construct systems: process X structure interactions
- 1 September 1990
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Journal of Adolescence
- Vol. 13 (3) , 251-263
- https://doi.org/10.1016/0140-1971(90)90017-2
Abstract
This study investigated the relationship between identity status and structural dimensions of individuals' self‐theories or personal construct systems. The sample was composed of 31 Achievers, 31 Moratoriums, 30 Foreclosures, and 26 Diffusions. Participants completed a modified version of Kelly's (1955) Role Construct Repertory test designed to assess their personal sense of integrative continuity over time. Status differences in self‐construct differentiation, integration, and self‐certainty were analyzed. Results indicated that Moratoriums and Diffusions had the highest self‐construct differentiation. Achievers were the most self‐certain in their ratings, Diffusions the least. Status differences in self‐theory integration were found, but only when a qualitative, structural analysis of levels of self‐construct differentiation and integration was performed. No sex effects were found. Results are discussed as replicating and extending previous work in the area, and future research directions are noted.Keywords
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