Self-Concepts of Homeless People in an Urban Setting: Processes and Consequences of the Stigmatized Identity
This study investigates social psychological strategies homeless persons use to develop and maintain the self while homeless. To understand this topic, I apply the identity theory of Stryker, self-esteem ofRosenberg, self-efficacy of Gecas and Schwalbe, and homeless identity meanings and behaviors o...
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Digital Archive @ GSU
2012
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| Online Access: | http://digitalarchive.gsu.edu/sociology_diss/65 http://digitalarchive.gsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1064&context=sociology_diss |