Human behavior is a reflection of the many attitudes, beliefs, values, and cognitive processes of the individual. It has been theorized that self concept, or the way a person perceives his self image, acts as an integral force in directing many of those behaviors.1 According to research by Brownfain, a person with a high regard for self, or a positive self concept, exhibits more socially acceptable behaviors. Conversely, when a person has a low regard for self a variety of maladjusted and neurotic behaviors are displayed. 2 A conclusion of research concerning behavior and self concept may be summarized: . . . individuals derive their feelings about self from their interaction with others. Consequently, the link between self concept and actual behavior is a strong one. 3 The relationship between self concept and behaviors may be examined further by studying the development of self concept. Such development occurs primarily in the early years of ian individualfs life