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The role of perceived efficacy, parent support, and community involvement in the self-esteem and ethnic identity of 68 African-American male youth were investigated in this research. The results provided support for the distinctiveness of ethnic identity and self-esteem. A sense of mastery was positively associated with both self-esteem and ethnic identity. Parent support was associated with self-esteem, while community involvement and an appreciation of African-American heritage were positively related to ethnic identity. Implications for future research and the evaluation of prevention and support programs for youth are discussed.
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Blash, R.R., Unger, D.G. Self-concept of African-American male youth: Self-esteem and ethnic identity. J Child Fam Stud 4, 359–373 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02233968
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