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Self-concept in Adolescents with Physical-Mental Comorbidity
Mark A Ferro1, Megan Dol1, Karen A Patte2
1School of Public Health Sciences, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada.
Journal of Multimorbidity and Comorbidity
|October 26, 2023
Summary
Adolescents with physical-mental comorbidity have lower self-concept, especially older teens. Support for positive self-perceptions is crucial for these youth.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Health
- Psychology
- Comorbidity Research
Background:
- Self-concept development in adolescents with co-occurring physical and mental health conditions is under-researched.
- Understanding this relationship is vital for targeted interventions and support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between physical-mental comorbidity and self-concept in adolescents.
- To examine if age or sex moderates this association.
Main Methods:
- Data from 116 adolescents (aged ≥10 years) in the MY LIFE Canadian study.
- Self-report measures including the Self-Determination Questionnaire (SDQ) and Self-Perception Profile for Children (SPPC).
Main Results:
- Adolescents with comorbidity (n=48) showed significantly lower self-concept scores (SDQ, SPPC) than those without (n=68).
- Age moderated the association: comorbidity was linked to lower self-concept in older adolescents but not younger ones.
- Adolescent sex did not moderate the association.
Conclusions:
- Physical-mental comorbidity is linked to diminished self-concept in adolescents, particularly older ones.
- Age-specific interventions are needed to foster positive self-perceptions in adolescents with comorbidity.
- Support is essential during the transition to adult healthcare services.
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