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The relationship between self-efficacy and depression in adolescents
M F Ehrenberg1, D N Cox, R F Koopman
1Department of Psychology, University of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
Adolescence
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Adolescent self-efficacy is inversely related to depression. Findings highlight the crucial link between self-efficacy beliefs and mental health in young people, informing targeted interventions.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Adolescent Mental Health
- Developmental Psychology
Background:
- Adolescent depression is a significant public health concern.
- Self-efficacy, the belief in one's ability to succeed, is a key psychological construct.
- Understanding factors influencing adolescent depression is crucial for effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between self-efficacy and depression in adolescents.
- To explore how this relationship varies by sex and age.
- To identify specific domains of self-efficacy most relevant to adolescent depression.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study design.
- Correlational analysis to examine the relationship between self-efficacy and depression.
- Regression analysis to explore interactions of sex, age, and depression levels.
- Assessment of general, academic, physical, and social self-efficacy.
Main Results:
- A significant negative correlation was found between self-efficacy and depression.
- A three-way interaction (Sex x Age x Level of Depression) necessitated separate analyses for males and females.
- Age-related changes were observed in how different self-efficacy domains predicted depression scores.
Conclusions:
- Self-efficacy plays a significant role in adolescent depression.
- The relationship between self-efficacy and depression is moderated by age and sex.
- Findings underscore the importance of fostering self-efficacy in adolescents to mitigate depression.
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