Gelotophobia among secondary school students
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gelotophobia - Secondary School StudentAbstract
This study aimed to identify gelotophobia (the fear of ridicule) among secondary school students, as well as the significance of differences in gelotophobia according to gender (males and females). The study sample consisted of (240) male and female secondary school students in Baquba district, selected using a random sampling method with equal distribution. To achieve the study objectives, the researchers used the (Ruch & Proyer 2008) Gelotophobia Scale, in its foreign version, which includes (15) items, and established its translation validity. The study results indicated:
1- That secondary school students have gelotophobia, or the fear of ridicule. 2- That there are statistically significant differences in the fear of ridicule between males and females, in favor of females. The results were interpreted in light of the theoretical framework of the study and previous studies, as well as the researchers' personal viewpoint. The study concluded with a number of recommendations and suggestions
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