The purpose of the study was to illustrate a method of studying social cognition based on the use of a “blank sociogram.” 445 subjects mapped social elements into empty structures in whatever pattern they preferred. In the first illustration, in which names were associated with personality descriptions, the results showed high commonality of mapping. A second illustration of the technique involving self-concept produced results compatible with earlier investigations.
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