Citation

Carson DK, Council JR, Volk MA. J. Clin. Psychol. (Hoboken) 1989; 45(2): 330-335.

Affiliation

Department of Child Development and Family Science, North Dakota State University, Fargo 58105.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1989, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

2723090

Abstract

Multiple regression analysis was used to examine the relation between temperament and psychological adjustment in a sample of female adult incest victims (N = 57). Several dimensions of temperament, including activity level, mood, approach/withdrawal, flexibility (adaptability), and rhythmicity were significant predictors of various indicators of adjustment and self-esteem. The findings suggest that temperamental characteristics may moderate the effects of childhood incest on adult adjustment.

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