Depression and Neighborhood Violence among Children and Early Adolescents in Medellin, Colombia

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulina Velez-Gomez ◽  
Diego Alveiro Restrepo-Ochoa ◽  
Dedsy Berbesi-Fernandez ◽  
Elizabeth Trejos-Castillo
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Violence Exposure ◽  
Negative Mood ◽  
Early Adolescents ◽  
Interpersonal Problems ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Clinical Samples ◽  
Neighborhood Violence ◽  
The Relationship

AbstractViolence is considered one of the most important public health problems among Latino countries. In Colombia, approximately 41% of Medellin’s inhabitants have witnessed a homicide, 75% have witnessed an aggressive incident, and 40% have been victims of other types of violent incidents. Despite increased national/international attention paid to the effects of neighborhood violence exposure on childhood depression, little is still known about this phenomenon in non-clinical samples. This study examined neighborhood violence exposure and depression (negative mood, interpersonal problems, ineffectiveness, anhedonia, and negative self-esteem) among N = 320 8–12 years old youth. Data were collected from public schools in Medellin during 2009. Kovacs’ Children’s Depression Inventory was used to assess depression; neighborhood violence exposure was measured using Medellin’s Human Rights report on high-low violence rates neighborhoods where participants lived and/or attended school. Results show that 26 children reported depressive symptoms (a prevalence of 8.9 % in the total sample). Among early adolescents (boys and girls), exposure to higher levels of violence was associated with greater ineffectiveness. Gender did not moderate the relationship between violence exposure and depression subscales. Results raise awareness about the importance to further exploring other factors related to neighborhood violence exposure and depression (e.g., developmental stage, gender).

scholarly journals Associations between cyberbullying victimization and depressive symptoms in early adolescence

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guilherme Welter Wendt
Keyword(s):  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Negative Mood ◽  
Interpersonal Problems ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tailored Interventions ◽  
Cyberbullying Victimization ◽  
And Gender

ABSTRACT Objective To explore distinctive links between specific depressive symptoms (e.g., anhedonia, ineffectiveness, interpersonal problems, negative mood, and negative self-esteem) and cyberbullying victimization (CBV). Methods This cross-sectional study collected data from 268 adolescents between the ages of 13 to 15 years-old (50.7% female) who responded to the Children’s Depression Inventory (CDI) and to the Revised Cyberbullying Inventory (RCBI). Results CBV was positively associated with all CDI’s domains (anhedonia, ineffectiveness, interpersonal problems, negative mood, and negative self-esteem). Demographics – such as age and gender – were not significant in explaining CBV. However, ineffectiveness (B = .46, p = .04) and negative mood (B = .37, p < .05) significantly predicted CBV. Conclusion This study reports the first Brazilian examination of the links existing between CBV and specific types of depressive symptoms. Data reinforce the negative impact of cyberbullying experiences on youth’s mental health, highlighting stronger associations between negative mood and CBV, which could inform more tailored interventions.

scholarly journals Kajian Meta-Analisis Hubungan antara Self Esteem dan Kesejahteraan Psikologis

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yeni Triwahyuningsih
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Error ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Psychological Wellbeing ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Empirically Supported ◽  
Different Cultures ◽  
The Relationship

In the last decade,the research on the relationship between self esteem and psychological well - being has increased. The wellbeing that distinguishes between hedonic and eudaimonic ideology is widely used in research and has been empirically supported by experts from different cultures. The results of the study about correlation between self-esteem and psychological wellbeing showed varying results. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between self esteem and psychological wellbeing through a meta-analysis study. The total study used was 24. Meta-analysis was performed based on sampling error. The results of the meta-analysis show generally that between self-esteem and psychological well-being is low. Correlation based on sampling error is 0.269, withi n the 95% confidence interval limit. The limited number of studies in the study may be a weakness. The accuracy of meta-analysis depends on the total sample used

scholarly journals Relación entre sobrepeso, obesidad y niveles de autoestima en escolares (Relation between overweight, obesity, and self-esteem levels in schoolchildren)

Retos ◽  
2018 ◽  
pp. 67-70
Author(s):  
Pedro Delgado-Floody ◽  
Bastian Carter-Thuillier ◽  
Daniel Jerez-Mayorga ◽  
Alfonso Cofré-Lizama ◽  
Cristian Martínez-Salazar
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Negative Association ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Factores De Riesgo ◽  
Strong Relation ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Overweight Or Obesity

En Chile, el incremento de la obesidad infantil ha llegado a ser un importante problema de salud pública, sin embargo existe escasa evidencia de su impacto en factores psicológicos en población preadolescente y adolescente. El propósito de esta investigación fue evaluar el estado nutricional de escolares y sus niveles de autoestima, determinando la relación de estas variables y comparando los resultados según estatus corporal. Se evaluaron 164 escolares, 93 niños y 71 niñas, de entre 11 y 14 años de edad (12.54 ± 1.14), pertenecientes a dos centros educativos públicos de la ciudad de Temuco, Chile. Se recolectaron datos respecto al curso de estudio, edad, sexo, IMC (índice de masa corporal), contorno cintura (CC), perímetro cadera (PC), índice cintura cadera (ICC), razón cintura estatura (RCE) y niveles de autoestima. El 55.49% de la muestra de estudio presentó sobrepeso u obesidad. En la comparación por sexo las variables ICC (p<,001), talla (p=.003) y autoestima (p=.018) fueron mayor en los niños, el PC (p=.011) fue superior en las niñas. Los sujetos en categoría de muy baja autoestima presentaron mayor IMC, CC, PC y RCE (p<.05). El IMC presentó una asociación negativa con los niveles de autoestima (p=.002, r=-.237), y con variables antropométricas de CC, PC, ICC y RCE se reportó una asociación positiva y significativa (p<.05). Los hallazgos de la investigación evidencian una relación negativa entre autoestima y malnutrición por exceso, lo que en consecuencia deja expuesta una relación entre factores de riesgo cardiovascular y variables psicosociales como autoestima.Abstract. The increase of childhood obesity has become a major public health problem in Chile; however, there is little evidence of its impact on psychological factors in preadolescent and adolescent populations. The purpose of this research was to evaluate the nutritional status of schoolchildren and their self-esteem levels, determining the relationship of these variables, and comparing the results according to body status. A total of 164 students, 93 men and 71 women, between 11 and 14 years old (12.54 ± 1.14) were evaluated. Participants belong to two public schools in the city of Temuco, Chile. Data were collected regarding study, age, gender, BMI, waist circumference (WC), hip circumference (HC), waist-hip ratio (WHR), waist-to-height ratio (WSR), and self-esteem levels. 55.49% of the sample of study showed to be overweight or obesity. The variables waist-to-hip ratio (p=.000), HC (p=0.011) and height (p=.003), showed significant differences when comparing by gender. Men had higher levels of self-esteem than women (p=.018). Subjects in the category of very low self-esteem had higher BMI, WC, HC, and WSR (p<.05). BMI presented a negative association with self-esteem levels (p=.002, r =-.237), whereas a positive and significant association was reported with the other anthropometric variables (p<.05). The findings of this research showed a negative association between self-esteem and individuals with overweight or obesity. Consequently, they contribute to highlight the strong relation between cardiovascular risk factors and psychosocial variables such as self-esteem.

Social Support and Well-Being in Early Adolescents: The Role of Mediating Variables

2001 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 163-181 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adela Yarcheski ◽  
Noreen E. Mahon ◽  
Thomas J. Yarcheski
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Nursing Practice ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Early Adolescents ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Final Sample ◽  
The Relationship

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between perceived social support and general well-being in early adolescents and to test two variables, hopefulness and self-esteem, that theoretically mediate this relationship. The final sample consisted of 142 adolescents, ages 12 to 14, who responded to instruments measuring perceived social support, hopefulness, self-esteem, and general well-being in classroom settings. Correlational analysis supported the five hypothesized relationships. A series of regression analyses described by Baron and Kenny indicated that hopefulness and self-esteem each were mediators of the relationship between social support and well-being. Implications for nursing practice are addressed.

The Role of Narcissism in Aggression and Violence: A Systematic Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 209-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sinead Lambe ◽  
Catherine Hamilton-Giachritsis ◽  
Emily Garner ◽  
Julian Walker
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Clinical Samples ◽  
Electronic Literature ◽  
Aggressive Behaviors ◽  
Ego Threat ◽  
The Relationship

It has long been hypothesized that feelings of inferiority or low self-esteem lead individuals to aggress against those they view as being threatening. However, recent studies suggest that it is not just the level of self-esteem but stability that is relevant to understanding this process. As such, researchers have looked to related constructs, such as narcissism, in trying to understand aggressive behaviors. Narcissism is characterized by a dissociation between an unconscious sense of inadequacy and a conscious feeling of superiority. A large number of studies examining the relationship between narcissism and violence have recently been published within both clinical and student populations. This review aimed to systematically collate the findings of such studies and integrate them within current theories of violence. Electronic literature databases such as Web of Science, MEDLINE, PsychINFO, EMBASE, Cochrane databases, and LexisNexis (legal database) were searched to identify studies examining the relationship between narcissism and violence. Twenty articles were included in this review, describing 25 separate samples. Findings suggest that narcissism is relevant in understanding aggression and violence. This was consistent across both clinical and nonclinical populations and therefore does not appear to be an artifact of studying either very violent or student samples. Evidence from student samples strongly supported the association between narcissism and aggression following an ego threat, while studies using clinical samples did not examine the effect of an ego threat. These findings may have an impact on how we understand, predict, and reduce violence.

scholarly journals Social adjustment and self- esteem among a sample of visitors and non- visitors to the psychological clinic after being exposed to psychological trauma (Sexual harassment as an example): التوافق الاجتماعي وتقدير الذات لدى المراجعين وغير المراجعين للعيادة النفسية بعد التعرض للصدمة النفسية (التحرش الجنسي نموذجاً)

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 93-75
Author(s):  
Zahraa Hussain Almosawi, Ahmad Fadhel Alkout, Mohammad Abd A Zahraa Hussain Almosawi, Ahmad Fadhel Alkout, Mohammad Abd A
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Harassment ◽  
Social Adjustment ◽  
Full Text ◽  
Psychological Trauma ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Purposive Sample ◽  
Social Adjustment Scale

The study aims to investigate the differences between visitors and non- visitors to the psychological clinic after being exposed to psychological trauma (sexual harassment as an example) in Social adjustment and self- esteem, as well as to discover the relationship between study variables among a purposive sample consisted of 54 participants (17=visitors, 37=non- visitors), 31.4% were males. To achieve the study aims two scales were used: Social Adjustment scale by "Sura, E. M." (1986), and Self- esteem scale by "Rosenberg, M." (1965). Results revealed that there were significant differences between visitors and non- visitors to psychological clinic after being traumatized in social adjustment and self- esteem. In addition, the results showed significant correlation between social adjustment and self- esteem among the total sample, visitors and non- visitors of the psychological clinic. The full text of the study includes details of the results and discussion, as well as some of recommendations made by the researchers.

scholarly journals Perilaku Narsisme dan Harga Diri Terhadap Penggunaan Media Sosial Tiktok Pada Siswa SMA

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-73
Author(s):  
Lidyamega Handari Putri
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Psychological Scale ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Use Of Social Media ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract. The number of students accessing the internet every year makes any changes that occur in adolescence which can cause certain problems in him. ideally adolescents are able to develop well, not displaying behavior that leads to negative behavior. Narcissists are very self-centered, always emphasize that they are perfect (self-congratulatory), and see their desires and hopes as important things. Self-esteem affects the use of social media in a teenager seen when publishing himself by displaying photos or videos that are considered attractive and tend to be indifferent. This study aims to examine the relationship between narcissistic behavior and self-esteem on the use of Tiktok social media. The sampling technique used is proportioned random sampling, total sample 213 with data collection using a psychological scale. The data analysis technique uses multiple linear regression by showing the results of a positive and significant relationship between narcissistic behavior and self-esteem on the use of TikTok social media with a significance result of 0.000 <0.05 and a calculated F value of 11.027> table 2.14Keywords: (Narcissists, Self-esteem, Tiktok social media)

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