Personal identity, somatic symptoms, and symptom-related thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in adolescence: Examining between- and within-person associations and the role of depressive symptoms

Raemen, Leni; Claes, Laurence; Buelens, Tinne; Vankerckhoven, Lore; Oudenhove, Lukas Van; Luyckx, Koen

doi:10.1007/s10964-023-01811-9

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“…The uncertainty regarding the relationship with their best friend can lead to negative feelings connected with stress and anxiety (Crocetti et al, 2009 ), making adolescence perceive their general health as poorer. These negative associations are in line with the idea that adolescents who display somatic symptoms are generally more impeded in actively exploring identity alternatives (Raemen et al, 2023 ). Conversely, higher levels of psychological and social well-being were associated with higher in-depth exploration in the educational domain.…”

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“…Research has increasingly focused on how health and well-being can affect identity formation in different life domains. A few studies have shown that adolescents who experience somatic symptoms generally face more obstacles in actively exploring identity alternatives and making meaningful commitments (Raemen et al, 2023 ; Vankerckhoven et al, 2023 ). Moreover, psychosocial problems (i.e., feeling depressed, left out, and engaging in delinquent behavior), and anxiety may hamper adolescents’ identity opportunities (Crocetti et al, 2009 ; Hatano et al, 2018 ).…”

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Identity Matters for Well-Being: The Longitudinal Associations Between Identity Processes and Well-Being in Adolescents with Different Cultural Backgrounds

De Lise,

Luyckx,

Crocetti

2023

J. Youth Adolescence

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Adolescents’ identity processes and their levels of well-being are likely to be intertwined. On the one hand, how adolescents cope with the core developmental task of forming their identity has important implications for their well-being. On the other hand, experiencing a condition of well-being can help adolescents consolidate their identity. This longitudinal study adopted a multidimensional and culturally sensitive perspective to unravel how identity processes (i.e., commitment, in-depth exploration, and reconsideration of commitment) in two domains (i.e., educational and interpersonal identity) were developmentally related to multiple indicators of positive well-being (i.e., physical health, subjective, psychological, and social well-being) in adolescents with different cultural backgrounds. Participants were 1396 adolescents (Mage = 15.73, SDage = 1.23, 49.93% females; 20.89% with a migrant background) who completed questionnaires at four-time points across one year. Results of cross-lagged models confirmed the positive reciprocal associations between identity commitment and well-being in all its facets. The nuanced picture of associations of in-depth exploration and reconsideration of commitment with multiple dimensions of well-being highlighted the importance of adopting a multi-dimensional perspective on well-being and a domain-specific approach to identity. Multigroup analyses indicated that the associations between identity commitment in the educational domain and well-being are relevant, especially for adolescents with a migrant background. Overall, this study highlights the centrality of identity processes for adolescents’ adaptation and points to a dynamic loop of reciprocal influences at the core of youth positive development.

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Identity Matters for Well-Being: The Longitudinal Associations Between Identity Processes and Well-Being in Adolescents with Different Cultural Backgrounds

De Lise,

Luyckx,

Crocetti

2023

J. Youth Adolescence

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A developmental framework for understanding the influence of sex and gender on health: Pediatric pain as an exemplar

Boerner,

Keogh,

Inkster

et al. 2024

Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews

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Parental emotional support, self-efficacy, and mental health problems among adolescents in Hong Kong: a moderated mediation approach

Qian,

Jin,

et al. 2024

Front. Psychiatry

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IntroductionEarly signs of mental health issues may develop into severe mental illnesses over time. The influence of parental emotional support on adolescent mental health problems is well acknowledged. However, prior research has predominantly focused on psychological symptoms, often neglecting the somatic symptoms associated with mental health. Additionally, there has been insufficient exploration of the mediating role of self-efficacy and the relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and adolescent mental health, particularly within the context of Hong Kong.MethodsUsing data from 3,613 adolescents aged 15 years from 109 schools in Hong Kong who participated in the Programme for International Student Assessment 2018, this study explored the relationship between parental emotional support and two dimensions of adolescent mental health symptoms (psychological and somatic symptoms), and the mediating effect of self-efficacy and the moderating role of SES.ResultsWe found that parental emotional support significantly reduced psychological and somatic symptoms, primarily by enhancing self-efficacy. MoreovSES moderated these relationships, with the impact of parental emotional support on psychological symptoms being more pronounced among adolescents from lower SES backgrounds.DiscussionThis study deepens the understanding of the mechanisms underlying adolescent mental health in Hong Kong. By highlighting the importance of parental emotional support and self-efficacy, as well as the moderating effect of SES, the findings offer valuable insights for effective interventions aimed at improving adolescent mental health.

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Personal identity, somatic symptoms, and symptom-related thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in adolescence: Examining between- and within-person associations and the role of depressive symptoms

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Identity Matters for Well-Being: The Longitudinal Associations Between Identity Processes and Well-Being in Adolescents with Different Cultural Backgrounds

Identity Matters for Well-Being: The Longitudinal Associations Between Identity Processes and Well-Being in Adolescents with Different Cultural Backgrounds

A developmental framework for understanding the influence of sex and gender on health: Pediatric pain as an exemplar

Parental emotional support, self-efficacy, and mental health problems among adolescents in Hong Kong: a moderated mediation approach

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