Effect of metacognition and self-esteem on beliefs about memory, Üst-Biliş ve Benlik Saygisinin Bellek Hakkindaki Inanclar Üzerindeki Etkisi

Abstract

The present study investigated the relationships between beliefs about memory, metacognitive processes, and selfesteem. Data for this study was collected from 931 participants. Correlation analyses showed significant relations between beliefs and opinions about human memory, metacognitive processes, and self-esteem. In addition, regression analyses indicated that cognitive confidence was very critical metacognitive process for beliefs about memory. Also people who have positive cognitive confidence and high self-esteem had more positive beliefs about memory. The results are discussed with reference to the literature of metacognition, beliefs about memory, and self-esteem. © 2013 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.