How Social Situations Affect Adolescents' Emotional Expression and Likability
Author Information
Author(s): Liu Ying, Sang Biao, Chai Xiaoyun, Xie Xiaochun
Primary Institution: East China University of Political Science and Law
Hypothesis
Expressing positive and negative academic emotions in the presence of classmates will result in a lower level of likability, but suppressing them will result in a higher level of likability.
Conclusion
The study found that social situations significantly influence how adolescents' emotional suppression and expression affect their likability.
Supporting Evidence
- Adolescents who expressed emotions in the presence of good friends were liked more than when with classmates.
- Suppressing negative emotions in front of classmates led to higher likability.
- Teachers preferred students who expressed positive emotions over those who suppressed them.
Takeaway
When kids show their feelings around friends, they are liked more, but when they are with classmates, hiding their feelings can make them more likable.
Methodology
The study involved 108 adolescents and 74 teachers, using surveys to assess likability based on emotional expression in different social contexts.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from self-reported data and the specific cultural context of the study.
Limitations
The study's sample was limited to adolescents from specific schools in China, which may not represent broader populations.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 108 adolescents aged 12-18, predominantly of Han nationality, and 74 teachers aged 23-56.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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