This research examined the effects of stress and locus of control upon the concept of self. Rotter's I-E Scale, Holmes and Rahe's Stress Scale, and a Lawson's Modified Semantic Differential Self-concept Scale were administered to 659 blue collar workers. Analysis indicated that internal subjects with low stress had a higher mean self-concept and were more satisfied with their relationships with spouses than subjects who were externally oriented and under high stress.
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