Differential outcome as a function of risk and protective factors in offspring of alcoholics
Abstract
A model explaining differential outcome in children of alcoholics is presented, followed by a testing of the model. The model attributes differential outcome to risk factors and protective factors present in the lives of children of alcoholics. Risk factors, protective factors, and outcome were measured in 18- and 19-year-old children of alcoholics. Correlations between outcome, risk and protective factors were computed to assess relationships between these variables. Analyses of variance were conducted comparing groups of subjects of recovering and nonrecovering fathers, as well as groups of subjects of positive and negative outcome, on outcome, risk, and protective factors. Outcome was significantly predicted by risk and protective factors through multiple regression, and moderating variables were revealed through moderated regression. Strengths and limitations of the study are presented, as well as directions for future research.
Degree
Ph.D.
Advisors
Gruen, Purdue University.
Subject Area
Psychotherapy|Developmental psychology
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