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Interpersonal trust and depression in female adolescents: Negative attributional style and self-esteem as mediators

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: In this study we explored the complex relationship between interpersonal trust and depression in female adolescents, aiming to provide a new understanding of the predictive effect of interpersonal trust on depression. Examining 166 adolescent female inpatients with depression, the research identified negative attributional style and self-esteem as crucial mediating factors in this connection. Notably, these factors not only individually mediated the link between interpersonal trust and depression, but also exhibited a chain mediating effect. The implications of these findings extend to psychological treatment, advocating for targeted interventions that address negative attributional style and self-esteem in addition to interpersonal trust. This insight is particularly relevant for female adolescents with depression, suggesting a comprehensive approach to enhancing social relationships and mental health. Furthermore, parents and teachers are encouraged to foster positive attributional styles and self-esteem alongside trust to contribute to the overall well-being of teenagers.

Source: Social Behavior and Personality An International Journal

DOI: 10.2224/sbp.13842

Authors: Lin Li, Lan Tang, Yan-Hong Lai, Jian Liu

Institutions: Hangzhou Seventh Peoples Hospital, Zhejiang University, Anhui University

Language: English

Topic: Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4407658373

FWCI: 3.526

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Cited by: 3

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