Emotional Health of Immigrant Adolescents: Self-Esteem and Depression
Author Information
Author(s): Sui Tiange, Yeung Jerf W. K.
Primary Institution: City University of Hong Kong
Hypothesis
How do positive and negative self-esteem affect depression among immigrant adolescents over time?
Conclusion
Different aspects of self-esteem uniquely predict depression over time in immigrant adolescents.
Supporting Evidence
- Higher positive self-esteem predicts lower depressive symptoms over time.
- Negative self-esteem can sometimes lead to lower depressive symptoms.
- Depressive symptoms can influence self-esteem in both positive and negative ways.
Takeaway
This study shows that feeling good about yourself can help you feel less sad, but sometimes feeling sad can also make you feel better about yourself later.
Methodology
Longitudinal data from the Children of Immigrants Longitudinal Study (CILS) were analyzed using a Cross-Lagged Panel Network (CLPN) model.
Potential Biases
Self-reporting may lead to social desirability bias or inaccurate self-assessment.
Limitations
The study relies on self-report measures, which may introduce bias, and the sample is limited to immigrant adolescents.
Participant Demographics
Second-generation immigrant adolescents attending 8th and 9th grade from 77 nationalities.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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