Study Moen et al. (1995): study US 1956

Public

Mothers USA, followed 30 years 1956-1986

Sample

Respondents

N = 313

Non Response

20

Assessment

Interview: face-to-face
And questionnaire. In 1986 also extensive life history data were collected.

Correlate

Authors's Label

Self-esteem

Our Classification

Error Estimates

Cronbach alpha: T1= .58, T2 =.88

Operationalization

Self rating on 8 statements
- These days I don't feel I'm an interesting person.
- I don't feel sure of myself as a hostess
- I often act a little bit helpless
- I feel I am letting my appearance go
- I am pleased with myself
- I have difficulties making decisions
- I have faith in myself
- I am attractive

1=selects, 2=unsure,3=rejects)
or
1 = like me,2 = unsure,3 = unlike me


Assessed at T1 (1956) and T2 (1986)

Observed Relation with Happiness