...Anju Thakur; Rinu Chaturvedi Purpose This study aims to investigate the impact of poverty on psychological well-being and distress among Indian adolescents, examining the mediating roles of self-esteem and peer victimization within the context of rising social inequality during economic expansion...

... and aggression, the present study aims to extend this focus by assessing whether anger expression mediates the association of gaming addition with social interaction among Pakistani adolescent boys. Design/methodology/approach A sample of 300 adolescent boys (M age = 14.6, SD = 1.2) from private schools...

...K. Krishna K.; Lorane Scaria; Saju Madavanakadu Devassy Purpose Adolescence is a stage where genetic and environmental vulnerabilities can emerge as behavioural and emotional disorders. Early detection and seeking professional help are critical for these groups. This study aims to explore how...

...Leann Jester Daus Rosali; Princess Joy Dicto; Kreen Erojo Purpose This study aims to explore the various ways Filipino adolescents understand their experiences of isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on their perceptions of gains and losses during prolonged quarantine. Design...

... for the different relationships between the fear of COVID-19 and the other chosen variables. Originality/value The results emphasize the need to reevaluate and monitor policies and resources to promote positive mental health among adolescents, especially during times of crisis. The study stands among...

...Vinh Tuan Nguyen; Cat Tuong Phuoc Nguyen Purpose The current study aims to examine the relationship between self-compassion and life satisfaction in Vietnamese adolescents and investigate the possibility that emotional and behavioural problems mediate this relationship. Design/methodology...

...Agata Debowska; Daniel Boduszek; Christine Fray-Aiken; Eric Awich Ochen; Karyl T. Powell-Booth; Esther Nanfuka Kalule; Roxanne Harvey; Florence Turyomurugyendo; Kenisha Nelson; Dominic Willmott; Samantha Mason Purpose Few studies assess how child abuse and neglect (CAN) affects adolescents’ mental...

..., researchers face complex challenges in engaging consumers in suicide research. Male Mental health Recruitment Adolescents Research barriers © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2016 Susan Knox can be contacted at: susan_knox@hotmail.com Following poor recruitment of young men...