Accuracy and stability of self-image of mentally-retarded adults
Category
Journal Article
Authors
Vinter, A., Mounoud, P., Husain, O.
Year
1983
Title
Accuracy and stability of self-image of mentally-retarded adults
Journal / book / conference
American Journal of Mental Deficiency
Abstract
The accuracy and stability of self-image of 21 mentally retarded adults an 24 nonretarded adults were studied. The subjects were confronted with a distorting mirror that made their faces look either fatter or slimmer. Results showed that retarded adults saw themselves as more distorted than did nonretarded adults. Significant sex differences in the retarded population were found. Both the precision and the stability of retarded adults' self-image were significantly correlated with IQ. Results were interpreted within a cognitive framework.
Issue
6
Volume
87
Pages
583-590