Psychology

The effect of self-esteem on depressive symptoms among adolescents: the mediating roles of hope and anxiety

H. Gu, P. Zhang, et al.

This insightful study by Huang Gu, Panpan Zhang, and Jingyi Li delves into the complex interplay between self-esteem, hope, anxiety, and depressive symptoms in adolescents. With a focus on gender differences, the research reveals that hope and anxiety play distinct roles in mediating these relationships for males and females. Discover the findings that could inform future mental health strategies for youth.

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Abstract

Previous studies have reported low self-esteem contributes to depressive symptoms among adolescents, but the underlying mechanism remains unclear. The present study aimed to examine the mediating roles of hope and anxiety in the relationship between self-esteem and depressive symptoms. 431 adolescents between 13 and 18 years volunteered to complete a battery of questionnaires that included measures on the variables mentioned above. Results found that hope or anxiety mediated the association between self-esteem and female adolescents' depression, while only anxiety mediated the association between self-esteem and male adolescents' depression. Our findings highlight different underlying mechanisms between female and male adolescents. In the prevention and intervention of depressive symptoms, sound programs should be selected according to the gender characteristics of adolescents.

Publisher

Humanities & Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Jul 18, 2024

Authors

Huang Gu, Panpan Zhang, Jingyi Li

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