The name is absent

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(c) Discussion

The hypothesis that the Aboriginal students would see themselves
integrated into a family situation was supported. The majority
felt .secure that there were relations who could be counted on for
help when the need arose.

Much the same pattern is found in the case of non-Aborigines₅
though there wasrather less degree of support.

24.24 (ii) Attitudes towards parents

(a) Hypothesis

Itwas hypothesized that Aboriginal responses Wouldreveal a sense
of shame about their families.

(b)                            TABLE 37

Comparison of Aboriginal and non Aboriginal response
to Statements 46 and 34 - attitudes to family

Agree Agree N°^t Disagree
strongly ⁶ sure

46. I often feel ashamed
' of my family

Aboriginal response (N= 93)   2.3

Non-Aboriginal               _ ,

response            (N= 289)  ^3,0

14.6

11.8

34. Sometimes I wish I had

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