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Pubertal maturation and adolescent self-esteem.

C J Brack1, D P Orr, G Ingersoll

  • 1Indiana University, Indianapolis.

Journal of Adolescent Health Care : Official Publication of the Society for Adolescent Medicine
|July 1, 1988
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Self-esteem in adolescents was studied, finding no link to age or pubertal status. However, females reported lower self-esteem than males, and intelligence correlated positively with self-esteem.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Adolescent Development
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Self-esteem is a crucial aspect of adolescent development.
  • Understanding factors influencing self-esteem is vital for psychological well-being.
  • Previous research indicates potential links between self-esteem and various demographic and developmental factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationships between self-esteem and age, gender, and pubertal events in a student population.
  • To explore potential gender differences in self-esteem during adolescence.

Main Methods:

  • A study was conducted with 135 students from a suburban junior and senior high school.
  • Data collected included self-esteem measures, age, gender, pubertal status (Tanner stage), and intelligence.

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  • Statistical analyses were used to examine correlations and significant differences.

    • Main Results:

    • Self-esteem was not significantly related to age or pubertal status (Tanner stage).
    • A positive correlation was found between self-esteem and intelligence (r = 0.233, p = 0.003).
    • Females exhibited significantly lower self-esteem compared to males (p = 0.001).

    Conclusions:

    • Gender is a significant factor influencing self-esteem in adolescents, with females reporting lower levels.
    • While pubertal status did not directly impact self-esteem, a potential subtle relationship between the timing of sexual maturation and self-esteem in males warrants further investigation.
    • Future research using more sensitive measures, such as hormone levels, may further elucidate these gender differences and pubertal timing effects.