Psychology

Unveiling common psychological characteristics of proneness to aggression and general psychopathology in a large community youth cohort

T. Y. Wong, Z. Fang, et al.

This study explores the intriguing connection between general psychopathology and aggression in a diverse group of 2184 community youths. With striking findings that highlight the role of isolation and impulsivity, the research unveils shared psychological mechanisms that may underlie these issues. Conducted by esteemed authors from various prestigious institutions, this research sheds light on critical aspects of youth mental health.

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Abstract

This study investigated the relationship between general psychopathology, proneness to aggression, and their contributing factors in 2184 community youths. Proneness to aggression was strongly associated with higher levels of general psychopathology (discovery: r = 0.56; holdout: r = 0.60). Machine learning models (LASSO) identified shared psychological characteristics, and a Gaussian Graph Model (GGM) revealed that isolation and impulsivity were directly associated with both constructs. These findings suggest shared underlying psychological mechanisms.

Publisher

Translational Psychiatry

Published On

Jul 12, 2023

Authors

Ting Yat Wong, Zhiqian Fang, Charlton Cheung, Corine S. M. Wong, Yi Nam Suen, Christy L. M. Hui, Edwin H. M. Lee, Simon S. Y. Lui, Sherry K. W. Chan, Wing Chung Chang, Pak Chung Sham, Eric Y. H. Chen

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