How Investment in Gender Ideals Affects Well-Being: The Role of External Contingencies of Self-Worth

2005 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-77 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana T. Sanchez ◽  
Jennifer Crocker
Keyword(s):  
College Freshmen ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Longitudinal Survey ◽  
White Americans ◽  
Gender Ideals ◽  
Self Worth ◽  
The Relationship

The present study examined the relationship between investment in gender ideals and well-being and the role of external contingencies of self-worth in a longitudinal survey of 677 college freshmen. We propose a model of how investment in gender ideals affects external contingencies and the consequences for self-esteem, depression, and symptoms of disordered eating. Specifically, we find that the negative relationship between investment in gender ideals and well-being is mediated through externally contingent self-worth. The model showed a good fit for the overall sample. Comparative model testing revealed a good fit for men and women as well as White Americans, Asian Americans, and African Americans.

Influence of Parenting Styles and Peer Attachment on Life Satisfaction Among Adolescents: Mediating Role of Self-Esteem

2021 ◽  
pp. 106648072110098
Author(s):  
Mudasir Aziz ◽  
Waheeda Khan ◽  
Faseeh Amin ◽  
Mohammad Furqan Khan
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Peer Relationships ◽  
Parenting Styles ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Peer Attachment ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Functional Responses ◽  
The Relationship

Both parenting and peer relationship are essential in the formation of self-esteem among the adolescents which lead to overall psychological development. Life satisfaction is another outcome that describes the subjective well-being of any person and the quality of one’s life. Literature has already suggested the importance of parenting and peer relationships in the development of self-esteem which may lead to life satisfaction among adolescents. However, the relationship between three styles of parenting as well as peer attachment and life satisfaction mediated by self-esteem seems to be missing from the literature. This work is an important attempt toward fulfilling this research gap with respect to adolescents. The data were collected from 500 respondents which resulted in 412 functional responses. Structural equation modeling method was used to test the relationship in the study. The results revealed that both authoritative and permissive parenting have a positive influence on self-esteem in comparison to the negative influence of authoritarian parenting. Peer attachment also has an affirmative impact on self-esteem. Self-esteem also positively influences life satisfaction. Mediation results revealed that self-esteem partially mediates the association between three parenting styles, peer attachment, and life satisfaction. This study may offer unique insights to family counselors, couple counselors, and family educators about the role of different parenting styles and peer attachment with respect to the development of children’s self-esteem and life satisfaction. These results are also important for psychologists, sociologists, and other specialists with respect to understanding these factors for the well-being of adolescents.

The Role of Implicit Mechanisms in Buffering Self-Esteem from Social Threats

2016 ◽  
pp. 1054-1076
Author(s):  
Jordan B. Leitner ◽  
Chad E. Forbes
Keyword(s):  
Autobiographical Memory ◽  
Goal Pursuit ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Social Neuroscience ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Positive Light ◽  
Social Threats

Previous research has demonstrated that people have the goal of self-enhancing, or viewing themselves in an overly positive light. However, only recent research has examined the degree to which the relationship between self-enhancement goals and outcomes are a result of explicit deliberative mechanisms or implicit automatic mechanisms. The current chapter reviews evidence on unconscious goal pursuit, autobiographical memory, social neuroscience, and implicit self-esteem that suggests that implicit mechanisms play a powerful role in producing self-enhancement outcomes. Furthermore, this chapter reviews evidence that these implicit mechanisms are activated by social threats and thus contribute to successful coping. Finally, the authors discuss the implications of implicit self-enhancement mechanisms for targets of stigma, individuals who frequently encounter threats to well-being.

Self-Esteem: Rebuilding Self-Worth and Value in Survivors of Torture and Trauma through Higher Education

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Jaswant Kaur Bajwa ◽  
Sean Kidd ◽  
Mulugeta Abai ◽  
Ibtissem Knouzi ◽  
Sidonia Couto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sense Of Belonging ◽  
Tertiary Education ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Educational Programming ◽  
Barriers To Education ◽  
Self Worth ◽  
Trauma Informed ◽  
Survivors Of Torture

This paper explores the role of an innovative trauma-informed, strengths-based education program designed to address barriers to education about the self-esteem and well-being of survivors of torture and/or war. Results show a statistically significant change in participants’ self-esteem measures. Qualitative data suggest that the participants perceived the program as a safe space that afforded social support and factual information about access to tertiary education. The program also reinforced participants’ sense of belonging and helped sustain their feelings of hope and motivation. Trauma-informed, strengths-based educational programming is a promising framework that can support survivor’s self-esteem, sense of identity, and successful resettlement.

Body image satisfaction and self-esteem in Thai female adolescents: the moderating role of self-compassion

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 333-338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kullaya Pisitsungkagarn ◽  
Nattasuda Taephant ◽  
Ploychompoo Attasaranya
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Female Adolescents ◽  
Body Image Satisfaction ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Moderating Role

Abstract Aim: Body image satisfaction significantly influences self-esteem in female adolescents. Increased reports of lowered satisfaction in this population have raised concerns regarding their compromised self-esteem. This research study, therefore, sought to identify a culturally significant moderator of the association between body image satisfaction and self-esteem in Thai female adolescents. Orientation toward self-compassion, found to be particularly high in Thailand, was examined. Materials and methods: A total of 302 Thai female undergraduates from three large public and private universities in the Bangkok metropolitan area responded to a set of questionnaires, which measured demographic information, body image satisfaction, self-compassion, and self-esteem. Data were analyzed using correlation and multiple regression analyses. Self-compassion was tested as a moderator of the relationship between body image satisfaction and self-esteem. Results: Although its effect was relatively small, self-compassion significantly moderated the positive relationship between body image satisfaction and self-esteem. The relationship became less stringent for those with high self-compassion. Discussion: The cultivation of self-compassion was recommended in female adolescents. In addition to moderating the association between body image satisfaction and self-esteem, the benefits to health and well-being of generalizing this cultivation are discussed.

When history perpetuates stereotypes and narratives: The burden of historical representations on the well-being of Africans living in Europe

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raymond Boateng
Keyword(s):  
Social Identity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Social Identification ◽  
Potential Impact ◽  
Historical Representations ◽  
Mediational Role ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Harmful Effects

Previous research outlined that historical representations of different groups underlie stereotypes and prejudice. Considering the gap in the literature on historical representations and their potential impact on well-being, this study tested hypotheses concerning historical representations of Africans (N = 225) in Europe in relation to well-being outcomes in that population. Furthermore, the study tested the mediational role of stereotype confirmation concerns and social identification in the relationship between historical representations and well-being. Consistent with the predictions, historical representations were associated with poorer well-being. Particularly, historical representations were related to increased anxiety and low self-esteem through their relationship with stereotype confirmation concerns. Social identity mitigated the harmful effects of historical representations on self-esteem. However social identity did not mediate the relationship between historical representations and anxiety. The findings highlight the effects of historical representations on well-being.

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 social support in HIV infection

1995 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 971-983 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. H. Nott ◽  
K. Vedhara ◽  
M. J. Power
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Causal Direction ◽  
Initial Support ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Levels Of Support ◽  
Different Levels

SYNOPSISA study was carried out in a group of 91 HIV positive gay men to investigate the relationship between social support, measures of affect and health; the changing nature of support over time; and the causal direction of this relationship. Overall levels of support for this group were found to be moderately high and consistent over 6 months and were associated with greater psychological well-being. Individuals in receipt of quantitatively different levels of support were found to differ on measures of depression, stress, coping efficacy and self-esteem, while individuals in receipt of deficient levels of support were found to be more depressed. However, initial support levels were found to be the most powerful predictors of subsequent support levels. The implications of these findings are discussed.

scholarly journals Analyzing the Role of Motivation as a Moderate Factor on the Relationship between Personality and Organizational Commitment

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 355-365
Author(s):  
Zhiyar Mohammed Ismael
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Organizational Development ◽  
Big Five ◽  
Extrinsic Motivation ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Big Five Model ◽  
The Relationship

This article examines the moderate role of motivation on the relationship between the big five model of personality traits and organizational commitment as an attempt to understand the influence of multitude psychological and motivational factors on employees’ behavior towards their organizational commitment.      In general, the idea of this framework is taken from personality aspect and Theory of Commitment of (Allen & Meyer, 1996) which focus on how well the job is being performed by employees rather than only asking if they are doing their job. The basic foundation for forming and developing this new framework is: (1991) Allen & Meyer’s model of Organizational Commitment, Job Characteristics model of employee motivation for Hackman & Oldham (1975), and Big Five Model of Personality for Cost & McCrae.      In this study, data has been collected from surveying 241 employees of one of the private universities in Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), results indicate that personality has a significant negative relationship with organizational commitment (r= -.729).      The importance of this framework is epitomized in deeply understanding the work and personnel psychology aspects according to the interrelated effects of personality and extrinsic motivation on employees’ behavior that will help organizations to seek and tailor best solutions to their problems and to achieve organizational development, effectiveness, and employees’ well-being.

Depression as a Moderator in the Relationship between Direction of Social Comparison and Self Esteem

2009 ◽  
Vol 24 (S1) ◽  
pp. 1-1 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Tallat ◽  
A. Kamal ◽  
S. Mccarthy
Keyword(s):  
Social Comparison ◽  
Cognitive Model ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Marital Relationship ◽  
Married Couples ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Systematic Bias ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

The present study explored the moderator role of depression in the relationship of self esteem and the direction of social comparison in the context of marital relationships among married couples. The relationship between the direction of social comparison and depression was also explored. The sample consisted of 100 married individuals (50 Married Couples) having diverse educational and occupational background and form all the three socio economic background. The sample was taken from different cities of Pakistan. The couples were requested to complete Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) and Index of Self Esteem (ISE) along with another scale, Social Comparison in Marital Relationship Measure (SCMRM). SCMRM was developed by the researcher to explore the couples’ inclination of comparing their spouses with others around them on different dimension of marital relationship satisfaction. The standardized method was used for the development of SCMRM. The study provided evidence of significant negative relationship of depression with social comparison in marital relationship and with self esteem. The findings also supported the hypothesis that depression will play a role of moderator in the relationship between direction of social comparison in marital relationship and self esteem. Beck's (1967) cognitive model of depression suggested that depressives’ systematic bias against the self is reflected in their tendency to compare themselves with better off others. Thus our results confirm the cognitive depressive model which proposed that depressives engage in dysfunctional social comparison (upward).

The relationship between contingent self-esteem and trait self-esteem

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-19
Author(s):  
Youngjin Kang
Keyword(s):  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Psychological Component ◽  
Self Worth ◽  
The Stability ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Scale Data ◽  
Evaluative Standards

Psychology researchers have suggested that in addition to its level, self-esteem is also manifested by other psychological components. One such component is contingency, which is the degree to which one’s feeling of self-worth is influenced by evaluative standards. I investigated how contingent self-esteem is related to trait self-esteem using Paradise and Kernis’ Contingent Self-Esteem Scale and Rosenberg’s (trait) Self-Esteem Scale. Data collected from classroom (N = 898) and Internet (N = 655) groups rendered a significant and consistent negative relationship between contingent and trait self-esteem. In addition, higher contingent self-esteem individuals tend to have a greater variability with their trait self-esteem levels; as individuals age, their contingent self-esteem tends to decrease; psychological sensitivity to evaluations is the contingent component most strongly associated with the level of self-esteem; and some evaluative resources, such as appearance, performance, and relationship, can be used by some individuals to boost their self-esteem. Future researchers should consider that the contingency of self-esteem is the psychological component not only related to the stability of self-esteem but also to the level of self-esteem.

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