Citation

Chapin J, Gleason D. J. Adolesc. Res. 2004; 19(3): 360-376.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, SAGE Publishing)

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Abstract

This study is the first to document optimistic bias among middle and high school students within the context of school violence. Findings from a survey of 1,508 students indicate that optimistic bias provides a good framework for understanding students' perceptions of school violence, suggesting a course of action to decrease bias in order to encourage students to take self-protective measures. The study also explores the relative contributions of personal attributes and the media in the creation and preservation of optimistic biases. (Abstract Adapted from Source: Journal of Adolescent Research, 2004. Copyright © 2004 by SAGE Publications)

Child Perceptions
Child Violence
Juvenile Perceptions
Juvenile Violence
Student Perceptions
Student Violence
School Violence
Late Childhood
Late Adolescence
Early Adolescence
Junior High School Student
Senior High School Student
Violence Causes
Violence Perceptions
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