Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 12, 2025

Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Hyperscanning Study in Psychological Counseling
Published on: January 17, 2025
Core self-evaluations and perceived classmate support: Independent predictors of psychological adjustment
Carolina Yudes1, María Teresa Chamizo-Nieto2, María Angeles Peláez-Fernández3
1Department of Developmental and Educational Psychology, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain.
Core self-evaluations (CSE) and classmate support independently predict adolescent well-being. Higher CSE and support correlate with greater life satisfaction and fewer depressive symptoms and suicidal thoughts.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Adolescent Development
- Mental Health
Background:
- Adolescent psychological adjustment is influenced by individual and social factors.
- Understanding predictors of positive and negative adjustment is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate core self-evaluations (CSE) and classmate support as unique predictors of adolescent psychological adjustment.
- To examine the additive predictive roles of CSE and social support on life satisfaction, depression, anxiety, stress, and suicidal ideation.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study of 2,293 Spanish adolescents (mean age 14.07).
- Utilized self-report measures for CSE, classmate support, life satisfaction, depression, anxiety, stress, and suicidal ideation.
- Employed Pearson correlations and hierarchical regression analyses.
Main Results:
- Both CSE and classmate support positively predicted life satisfaction.
- CSE and classmate support negatively predicted depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation.
- CSE and classmate support were identified as independent and additive predictors of psychological outcomes.
Conclusions:
- CSE and classmate support play significant, independent roles in adolescent psychological adjustment.
- Interventions should consider enhancing individual self-appraisals and fostering supportive classroom environments.
- A comprehensive model incorporating both individual and social factors improves prediction of adolescent well-being.
Related Concept Videos
Self-Evaluation: Self-Enhancement and Self-Verification
Trait and State Self-Esteem
Self-Presentation: Self-Monitoring and Self-Handicapping
Self-Discrepancy Theory
Erikson's Theory on Socioemotional Development during Adolescence
The Sense of Self: Reflected Self-Appraisal and Social Comparison

