To study what stereotypes exist regarding psychologists by the general public and determine whether and how this affects hiring preferences, 114 undergraduate business and non-business students at a large southwestern university were asked to participate. The Gough Adjective Check List was administered to determine what stereotypes are held by persons regarding psychologists. A study of visual perception/stereotype and hiring preference as a function of attire was also conducted. Three dress styles were used as stimuli. It was hypothesized that the groups would differ in their stereotypes of psychologists both cognitively and visually. There were no significant differences between the groups as a function of college major. However, a main effect for dress style was found. Possible explanations of findings are discussed.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc500566 |
| Date | 12 1900 |
| Creators | Shaffer, Renita Philley |
| Contributors | Terrell, Francis, Critelli, Joseph W., Johnson, Douglas A. |
| Publisher | North Texas State University |
| Source Sets | University of North Texas |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
| Format | iv, 33 leaves, Text |
| Rights | Public, Shaffer, Renita Philley, Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved. |
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