Social Withdrawal and Aggression
Major
Psychology
Department
Psychology
Degree
Undergraduate
Mentor
Richard Osbaldiston
Mentor Department
Psychology
Recommended Citation
Ormsbee, Rachel M.; Harris, Emma; and Shaffer, Alisha, "Social Withdrawal and Aggression" (2015). University Presentation Showcase Event. 48.
https://encompass.eku.edu/swps/2015/undergraduate/48
Abstract
Socially withdrawn children are at a risk of having many issues throughout childhood. These children may be at risk for aggression which may result in problematic behavior throughout school, rejection by peers, and future problems in adulthood. In this study, a meta-analysis will be conducted to answer the question, “Does being socially withdrawn effect a child’s aggression?” There were 11 studies meta-analyzed where an effect size of was determined. Based on this effect size, it can be concluded that . Three moderator variables including age, gender, and peer ratings versus scenarios were measured.
Presentation format
Poster
Poster Number
70
Social Withdrawal and Aggression
Socially withdrawn children are at a risk of having many issues throughout childhood. These children may be at risk for aggression which may result in problematic behavior throughout school, rejection by peers, and future problems in adulthood. In this study, a meta-analysis will be conducted to answer the question, “Does being socially withdrawn effect a child’s aggression?” There were 11 studies meta-analyzed where an effect size of was determined. Based on this effect size, it can be concluded that . Three moderator variables including age, gender, and peer ratings versus scenarios were measured.
