The Roles of Stability and Level of Self-Esteem in Psychological Functioning

Self-Esteem ◽  
1993 ◽  
pp. 167-182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael H. Kernis
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Self Esteem

scholarly journals Psychological concomitants of crossfit training

Kinesiology ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 48 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ferenc Köteles ◽  
Maria Kollsete ◽  
Hannah Kollsete
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Body Awareness ◽  
Training Time ◽  
Weekly Session ◽  
Crossfit Training ◽  
Body Image Ideals

The research aimed at studying relationships between characteristics of CrossFit training (time elapsed from starting with training, weekly session frequency) and indicators of well-being, self-esteem, body awareness, satisfaction with body image, and perceived body competence. Participants, 186 Norwegian individuals (57.5% female; mean age: 28.9±7.81 years) regularly participating in CrossFit, completed online surveys (WHO-5 Well-being Scale, PANAS, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, Body Awareness Questionnaire, Body Image Ideals Questionnaire, Body Competence Scale, motivations for doing CrossFit). Weekly frequency of CrossFit sessions was not connected with positive affect (Kendall tau_b=-.02, p=.766), negative affect (-.01, p=.861), or well-being (.10, p=.068) in the correlation analysis. Similarly, overall CrossFit experience (duration x frequency) was not related to global self-esteem (Kendall tau_b=.01, p=.778), body awareness (-.04, p=.379), body image dissatisfaction (.04, p=.423), and body competence (-.07, p=.184). In the regression analysis, well-being was connected with male gender (β=-.205, p<.01), time elapsed from starting with CrossFit (β=-0.178, p<.05), dissatisfaction with body image (β=-.218, p<.01), and body awareness (β=.149, p<.05). Global self-esteem was related to age (β=.164, p<.05), body competence (β=.152, p<.05), and body image dissatisfaction (β=-.276, p<.001). CrossFit training was not connected with higher levels of psychological functioning (well-being, affect, body awareness, and self-esteem) and satisfaction with body image.

Identity Loss and Psychological Crisis in Widowhood: A Re-Evaluation

1988 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 225-239 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Eugene Thomas ◽  
Robert C. Digiulio ◽  
Nancy W. Sheehan
Keyword(s):  
Growth Model ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Ego Identity ◽  
Mixed Effects ◽  
Developmental Theory ◽  
Central Issue ◽  
Crisis Resolution ◽  
Negative Change ◽  
National Norms

This study seeks to clarify the effect of widowhood on ego identity and psychological functioning. The sample consisted of eighty-three widows, ranging in age from twenty-two to seventy-four, who had been widowed an average of 4.9 years. A majority were found to be Identity Achievers on the Marcia instrument, and the group scored significantly higher on a structured measure of self-esteem (TSCS) in comparison to national norms. A quarter of the sample reported positive change after widowhood, 39 percent reported mixed effects, and only 30 percent reported only negative change. The results are discussed in terms of Erikson's developmental theory, suggesting that intimacy may be a more central issue of widowhood than ego identity. Further, little support is given the pathological sheen often attributed to widowhood. Rather, the data better fit a developmental or growth model of crisis resolution.

Global Self-Esteem Differentially Predicts Multidimensional Perfectionism in Early Adolescents Two Years Later

2021 ◽  
pp. 027243162110160
Author(s):  
Johannes Stricker ◽  
Franzis Preckel
Keyword(s):  
Personality Trait ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Personality Development ◽  
Early Adolescents ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Personal Standards ◽  
Maladaptive Perfectionism ◽  
Concern Over Mistakes

Perfectionism is a multidimensional personality trait whose facets differentially relate to indicators of psychological functioning, such as global self-esteem. There has been some theoretical disagreement whether perfectionism affects global self-esteem, or vice versa. This question merits renewed attention due to increasing efforts to prevent the development of maladaptive perfectionism facets in adolescents. In addition, recent research has indicated a role of self-esteem for predicting personality development. This study aimed to clarify the longitudinal relations of multidimensional perfectionism and global self-esteem. A sample of 707 early adolescents participated in two measurement points two years apart. Global self-esteem positively predicted personal standards, negatively predicted doubts about actions, and did not predict concern over mistakes beyond baseline. Perfectionism facets did not longitudinally predict global self-esteem. These findings provide the first evidence for a role of global self-esteem in perfectionism development. Addressing early adolescents’ self-esteem may aid in preventing the development of maladaptive perfectionism facets.

Timing of Adult Transitions

2011 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 314-323 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eija Räikkönen ◽  
Katja Kokko ◽  
Johanna Rantanen
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Intimate Relationship ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Full Time ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Childhood Antecedents ◽  
Full Time Employment

Regarding the differences in timing of adult transitions (i.e., completion of education, full-time employment, having an intimate relationship, having a child) and their relation to childhood antecedents and adulthood psychological functioning, 282 participants were examined. The study was based on the ongoing Finnish Jyväskylä Longitudinal Study of Personality and Social Development in which the same individuals have been followed from age 8 to mid-adulthood. Three groups were formed: On-Time Transitions (all transitions by age 27), Late Transitions (at least one transition after age 27), and Partial Transitions (not all transitions at age 42). Participants with all transitions (On-Time or Late) were socially more active in childhood than participants with partial transitions. Furthermore, participants with on-time transitions were more likely females, and participants with late transitions came more likely from high SES families than participants with partial transitions. Regarding psychological functioning, the participants with all transitions reported higher psychological well-being and self-esteem at ages 36 and 42, and higher life satisfaction at age 42 than participants with partial transitions. Furthermore, participants with on-time transitions showed higher life satisfaction at ages 27 and 36 than participants with late transitions, but by age 42 the difference leveled off.

Narcissism and perspective taking: The mediating effect of need for control

2020 ◽  
Vol 48 (7) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Eunsoon Lee ◽  
Hyoung-Kil Kang
Keyword(s):  
Social Behavior ◽  
Perspective Taking ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Mediating Effect ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Narcissistic Personality ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
The Relationship

We investigated the mediating role of need for control in the relationship between narcissism and perspective taking. A sample of 178 college students completed measures of narcissism, empathy (including empathic concern and perspective taking), need for control, and self-esteem. Results show that narcissism had a direct negative effect on perspective taking. Need for control partially mediated the relationship between narcissism and perspective taking when controlling for self-esteem. That is, participants with higher scores for narcissistic personality tended to be less motivated to take others' perspectives. This tendency was strengthened because narcissists are more driven by power. The findings show that identification of narcissists' need for control and application of therapy or a program to improve their perspective-taking motivation and empathetic communication, will improve their psychological functioning and social behavior.

Resilience and protective factors among refugee children post-migration to high-income countries: a systematic review

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 706-713 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charles Marley ◽  
Beatus Mauki
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Protective Factors ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
High Income ◽  
Refugee Children ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Inclusive Society ◽  
Holding Back

Abstract Background Increasing numbers of children have been forced to flee and seek asylum in high-income countries. Current research indicates that focussing on resilience and protective factors is an important long-term goal for positive mental health and psychological functioning of refugee children. Methods We performed a systematic review of quantitative literature regarding psychological and contextual factors that contribute to resilience in refugee children residing in high-income countries. Our procedure followed guidelines from the Centre for Reviews and Dissemination. Results We identified a number of protective factors as related to positive outcomes. They are drawn from several ecological domains and include age, self-esteem, maintenance of cultural identity, social support, belonging and safety and innovative social care services. A key overarching point reported by the studies we reviewed was that for refugee settlement specific policies and approaches to be beneficial, they were required to be embedded within a positive socially inclusive society. We also identified several limitations across the reported studies. Conclusion The factors we identified would assist clinicians to adopt a resilience-focussed approach. However, a continued pre-occupation with psychopathology was evident across the studies, which we argue as holding back the development of resilience-focussed approaches.

scholarly journals Enhancing Self-Esteem and Body Image of Breast Cancer Women through Interventions: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 1640
Author(s):  
Lucía Morales-Sánchez ◽  
Violeta Luque-Ribelles ◽  
Paloma Gil-Olarte ◽  
Paula Ruiz-González ◽  
Rocío Guil
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
Eligibility Criteria ◽  
Psychological Variables

Breast Cancer (BC) is the most common neoplasm in women worldwide, considered a global public health problem. Among BC women, some of the most common psychological symptoms in the adaptation to the disease are reduction in self-esteem and distorted body image (BI). Although there are numerous studies with the goal of promoting different psychological variables, BI and self-esteem are often separately observed despite their relationship and their importance in the process of the illness. Moreover, there have been no reviews that have synthesized the findings related to interventions aimed at enhancing both self-esteem and BI in BC women. Therefore, the objective of this review was to identify and examine the implemented interventions aimed at boosting both variables in this population. For this purpose, a systematic review was implemented following the PRISMA statement. A thorough search was performed on the following databases: Web of Science, PubMed, PsychInfo, PsychArticles, and Scopus. Among 287 records, only eight articles met the eligibility criteria. Interventions were grouped into three types according to their characteristics: Group therapies, Physical activity therapies, and Cosmetic and beauty treatments. The levels of effectiveness of the different interventions varied between them, and within each, in their impact on self-esteem and BI. More interventions focused on developing BI and self-esteem in this population are needed due to their ability to predict psychological functioning and quality of life of women with breast cancer.

Ethnic Identity, Life Satisfaction, and Depressive Symptoms of Mexican Descent Adolescents: Self-Esteem as a Mediating Mechanism

2017 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 283-296 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brandy Piña-Watson ◽  
Mandrila Das ◽  
Lourdes Molleda ◽  
Carla Camacho
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Ethnic Identity ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Mexican Descent ◽  
Identity Exploration ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Acceptable Model

The present study investigates the mediating role of self-esteem and the moderating role of gender in the relationship between ethnic identity components (i.e., exploration, resolution, affirmation) and depressive symptoms and life satisfaction. Participants were 294 Mexican descent adolescents (55.4% female) ages 14 to 18 years ( M = 15.27 years; SD = 1.00 years). A mediated multigroup path analysis was conducted. The final model indicated that self-esteem is a potential mediator between ethnic identity affirmation and resolution with depressive symptoms and life satisfaction due to significant indirect relationships. The full model achieved acceptable model fit. Ethnic identity exploration was not significantly related to self-esteem, and no gender differences were present in the model. This study helps those working with Mexican descent youth come to a better understanding of self-esteem as a potential mechanism through which ethnic identity is related to psychological functioning (i.e., life satisfaction and depressive symptoms). Implications for practice and suggestions for future directions are discussed.

scholarly journals Shame and self-esteem: A meta-analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 131-145
Author(s):  
Yohanes Budiarto ◽  
Avin Fadilla Helmi
Keyword(s):  
Effect Size ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Clinical Sample ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Large Effect Size ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Sample Characteristics ◽  
To Come ◽  
The Relationship

Scholars agree that shame has many effects related to psychological functioning declines, and one among others is the fluctuation of self-esteem. However, the association between shame and self-esteem requires further studies. Heterogeneity studies due to different measurements, various sample characteristics, and potential missing research findings may result in uncertain conclusions. This study aimed to explore the relationship between shame and self-esteem by meta-analysis to come up with evidence of heterogeneity and publication bias of the study. Eighteen studies from the initial 235 articles involving the term shame and self-esteem were studied using the random-effects model. A total of 578 samples were included in the study. The overall effect size estimate between shame and self-esteem (r = −.64) indicates that shame correlates negatively with self-esteem and is large effect size. The result showed that heterogeneity study was found (I² = 95.093%). The Meta-regression showed that age moderated the relationship between shame and self-esteem (p = .002), while clinical sample characteristics (p = .232) and study quality (p = .184) did not affect the overall effect size.

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