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A causal model of adolescent depression

D Brage1, W Meredith

  • 1University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Nursing, Lincoln 68588-0620.

The Journal of Psychology
|July 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

This study reveals that loneliness and low self-esteem directly impact adolescent depression. Family strengths and communication indirectly influence adolescent mental health through self-esteem and loneliness.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Adolescent Health
  • Mental Health Research

Background:

  • Adolescent depression is a significant public health concern.
  • Understanding the interplay of psychosocial factors is crucial for effective interventions.
  • Previous research has explored individual risk factors, but a comprehensive model is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the interrelationships between family strengths, parent-adolescent communication, self-esteem, loneliness, age, and gender.
  • To determine how these factors influence adolescent depression.
  • To develop and test a causal model of adolescent depression.

Main Methods:

  • Data collected via written questionnaires from 156 adolescents in the midwestern United States.
  • Path analysis using the LISREL VII program to analyze causal relationships.
  • A causal model was developed to explicate hypothesized relationships.

Main Results:

  • The proposed causal model demonstrated a good fit with the data.
  • Loneliness and self-esteem were direct predictors of adolescent depression.
  • Self-esteem influenced depression indirectly through loneliness.
  • Age had direct and indirect effects on depression via loneliness.
  • Gender was significantly associated with depression through self-esteem.
  • Family strengths indirectly impacted depression by affecting self-esteem.

Conclusions:

  • Loneliness and self-esteem are key psychological factors directly linked to adolescent depression.
  • Family strengths and positive parent-adolescent communication can buffer against depression by enhancing self-esteem.
  • Age and gender moderate the pathways to adolescent depression.
  • The findings support a multifactorial model of adolescent depression, highlighting the importance of social and psychological contexts.

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