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Table 2 Childrens (n = 78) self-concept scores and the prevalence of low, average and above average scores

From: High adiposity is associated cross-sectionally with low self-concept and body size dissatisfaction among indigenous Cree schoolchildren in Canada

 

Self concept T-score (Mean ± SD)

Distribution of Self concept T-scoresa

  

Low range (%)

Average range (%)

High range (%)

Global Self concept

42.0 ±7.3

40.0

58.0

1.3

Self- Concept Domains

    

Physical appearance and attributes

39.8 ± 7.0

46.3

51.3

2.5

Popularity

42.1 ± 7.1

35.0

63.8

1.3

Happiness and satisfaction

43.2 ± 7.6

33.8

58.8

7.5

Freedom from anxiety

44.6 ± 8.2

30.0

60.0

10.0

Behavioral adjustment

44.7 ± 7.2

26.3

68.8

5.0

Intellectual and school status

45.2 ± 7.9

22.5

68.8

8.8

  1. aStandardized scores for global self-concept fall into the following categories: <40 low, 40 – 59 average, ≥60 high. Scores for the subscales are as follows: <40 low, 40 – 55 average, ≥56 high [10].