The influence of attachment and self-concept on behavior problems in children from socioeconomically disadvantaged families
Abstract
This paper examines the relationship between attachment, self-concept and behavior problems in children aged 6 to 12 years old, from families at psychosocial risk, characterized by socioeconomic disadvantage (N = 102) and standard families (N = 114) of the island of Tenerife (Spain). All were attending an intervention program conducted in playgrounds or schools. The participants produced narratives about attachment figures, rated their self-concept in different areas, and finally their educators evaluated the presence of behavioral problems of internalized, externalized and cognitive-social type. The results show that the difficulties in attachment relationships and a lower self-concept are positively related to behavior problems such as externalizing and cognitive and social problems. These relationships varied according to
family risk status demonstrating the increased vulnerability of children in families at risk when it comes to having behavior problems that can affect their development.
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