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Aynur Bütün Ayhan1, Sükran Simşek, Neriman Aral
1Department of Child Development, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ankara University. a_butun@yahoo.com
Psychological Reports
|June 6, 2012
Summary
Mothers' educational level was a slight predictor of adolescent loneliness, while socioeconomic status and fathers' education were not significant factors. This study explored adolescent loneliness predictors.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Adolescent Development
Background:
- Adolescent loneliness is a significant concern impacting well-being.
- Understanding the factors contributing to loneliness is crucial for targeted interventions.
- Previous research has explored various demographic and familial influences on adolescent mental health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between adolescent loneliness and specific demographic factors.
- To determine the predictive value of socioeconomic level, sex, and parental education on adolescent loneliness.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 400 adolescents and their families.
- Data collection included general demographic information.
- The UCLA Loneliness Scale was administered to assess loneliness levels.
Main Results:
- Hierarchical multiple regression analysis was employed.
- Mothers' educational level showed a statistically significant, albeit slight, association with adolescent loneliness scores.
- Adolescents' sex, socioeconomic level, and fathers' educational level did not significantly predict loneliness.
Conclusions:
- Maternal education emerged as a minor but significant factor influencing adolescent loneliness.
- Socioeconomic status, paternal education, and sex were not found to be significant predictors in this cohort.
- Further research is needed to explore the nuanced interplay of familial and societal factors in adolescent loneliness.
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