How involuntary subordination and social support influence the association between self-esteem and depression: a moderated mediation model

Autor: Qiuming Shen, Yue Shi, Shuxian Zhang, Lhakpa Tsamlag, Huwen Wang, Ruijie Chang, Zihe Peng, Ying Wang, Meili Shang, Yong Cai
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2019
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Zdroj: BMC Psychiatry, Vol 19, Iss 1, Pp 1-11 (2019)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 1471-244X
DOI: 10.1186/s12888-019-2330-1
Popis: Abstract Background In China, young migrants are at elevated risk of mental health problems, such as depression. The influence of self-esteem on depression is well acknowledged. We examined correlates of depression and their mediating and moderating role in the association between self-esteem and depression to promote a better understanding of depression prevention among young migrants. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study among young Chinese migrants. A moderated mediation model was used to test the combined effect of involuntary subordination and social support on the association between self-esteem and depression. The Johnson–Neyman method was used to identify the range of scores for which social support acted as a moderator. Results A total of 572 participants completed questionnaires. The median depression score was 19 (interquartile range: 14). Self-esteem had a negative effect on involuntary subordination (β = − 2.1440, p
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