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{"title":"The Relationship Between Dark Personality Traits and Moral Hypocrisy: The Mediating Role of Moral Disengagement.","authors":"Yongjin Yu, Yanyan Zhang","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S484993","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S484993","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The current study investigated the relationship between dark personality traits, moral hypocrisy, and moral disengagement in accordance with life history theory and social cognitive theory.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Two types of moral hypocrisy were examined using questionnaires with moral scenarios and behavioral experiments: interpersonal moral hypocrisy (ie, moral double standards) and intrapersonal moral hypocrisy (ie, misalignment between words and deeds). A sample of 638 students (384 females, 60.19%) aged 18 to 25 years (<i>M_age</i> = 22.53, <i>SD_age</i> = 1.81) was recruited at a Chinese university using a convenience sampling method.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Results showed that Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy were positively associated with moral hypocrisy. In addition, moral disengagement partially mediated the relationship between Machiavellianism and moral hypocrisy, partially mediated the relationship between narcissism and moral hypocrisy, and fully mediated the relationship between psychopathy and moral hypocrisy.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These findings advanced the understanding of the relationship between dark personality traits and moral hypocrisy and shed light on how to prevent moral hypocrisy.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"551-561"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11890305/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143586650","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Interaction Between Family Functioning and the <i>PCDH9</i> rs9540720 Polymorphism on Major Depressive Disorder in Chinese Freshmen.","authors":"Yan Qin, Shuzhang Hu, Sifang Niu, Weixin Zhang, Hao Sun, Ruixue Xu, Hanyun Li, Fuqin Mu, Ning Liu, Jianli Wang, Haiya Sun, Ying Zhang, Yan Liu","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S501273","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S501273","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Unhealthy family functioning and Protocadherin 9 (<i>PCDH9</i>) have been recognized as potential environmental and genetic risk factors for major depressive disorder (MDD). This study examined the effects of the interaction between <i>PCDH9</i> and family functioning on MDD in first-year university students.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cohort of 6985 first-year university students in China was established in 2018 and was followed for one year. The blood samples from 4866 of these participants (38.88% males, mean age:18.42) were genotyped. MDD was assessed using the Composite International Diagnostic Interview-3.0 (CIDI-3.0), while family functioning was evaluated with the Family Assessment Device (FAD). Logistic regression was used to examine the interaction of these two risk factors.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The one-year prevalence of MDD was 2.4%. Among first-year university students, the AA genotype of rs9540720 (<i>PCDH9</i>) was a protective factor for MDD (OR=0.47, 95% CI: 0.23-0.88, <i>P</i>=0.025). Affective responsiveness was a risk factor for MDD (OR=1.77, 95% CI: 1.13-2.78, <i>P</i>=0.013). The interaction between AA genotype of rs9540720 and general functioning was statistically significant for MDD (OR=6.83, 95% CI: 1.16-39.27, <i>P</i>=0.031), indicating that unhealthy family functioning may exacerbate the risk of MDD in carriers of this genotype.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>University students carrying the AA genotype of rs9540720(<i>PCDH9</i>) may have a higher probability of developing MDD when they have unhealthy family functioning. The etiological mechanism of depression in university students is explained from the perspective of gene-environment interaction and provides a theoretical basis for subsequent effective identification and screening of high-risk groups for depression in university students.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"515-526"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11890018/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143586710","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Basic Psychological Needs and Psychological Well-Being Among Undergraduate Students in China: The Mediating Role of Autonomous Motivation and Academic Engagement.","authors":"Yan Li, Rosilawati Sueb, Khadijah Said Hashim","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S501467","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S501467","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>From the perspective of positive psychology, and based on Self-Determination Theory and Sustainable Happiness Theory, this study explores the relationship between basic psychological needs and psychological well-being among undergraduate students, as well as the mediating roles of autonomous motivation and academic engagement.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A survey was conducted among 439 undergraduate students using the Basic Psychological Needs Scale, Learning Motivation Scale, Academic Engagement Scale, and Psychological Well-being Scale.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Basic psychological needs were significantly and positively correlated with undergraduate students' psychological well-being. Academic engagement partially mediated the relationship between basic psychological needs and psychological well-being. However, autonomous motivation did not mediate this relationship. Furthermore, autonomous motivation and academic engagement served as chain mediators in the relationship between basic psychological needs and psychological well-being.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Basic psychological needs are not only directly related to undergraduate students' psychological well-being but are also indirectly associated with their psychological well-being through the mediating role of academic engagement and the chain mediating role of autonomous motivation and academic engagement.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"527-549"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11890008/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143586701","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of Baduanjin Exercise on Depression Severity and Heart Rate Variability in Adults with Major Depressive Disorder: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.","authors":"Jiajia Ye, Jianqi Fang, Shanli Yang, Qiuyang Xiang, Daniel Kwasi Ahorsu","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S499936","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S499936","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Major depressive disorder is a common psychiatric condition characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest in life. It is often associated with alterations in autonomic nervous system functioning. This study examined the impact of a 10-week Baduanjin exercise program on heart rate variability and depression severity in individuals with major depressive disorder.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The present study was a two-arm, single-blind, pilot randomized controlled trial. Thirty-four participants were randomly assigned to either a Baduanjin group (n = 17) or a control group (standard care) (n = 17). The Baduanjin group participated in 60-minute sessions twice weekly while the control group were given the standard care appropriate for people with major depression disorder. Heart rate variability (HRV) and depression severity were assessed at baseline, Week 5, and Week 10.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Results showed no significant interaction effect between group and time. However, there was a group effect for ratio of low-frequency-to-high-frequency (LF/HF ratio) HRV (<i>p</i>=0.049) only. Between-group differences were observed with Baduanjin exercise (Mean±SD: 0.27±0.33) group having higher scores than the control group (0.01±0.40). Also, there were significant time effects for depression, high-frequency (HF) HRV, low-frequency (LF) HRV, LF norm HRV, and total power (<i>p</i>s<0.05). Depression severity significantly decreased in both groups by Week 5 and Week 10 (<i>p</i>s<0.05) while low-frequency HRV and total power HRV increased in both groups by Week 5 and Week 10 (<i>p</i>s<0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These findings suggested that Baduanjin exercise may positively influence aspects of autonomic function. Future research with larger sample sizes and longer follow-up periods is needed to investigate its long-term effects and potential benefits for depressive symptoms in individuals with major depressive disorder. This study was registered with the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR1900027222).</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"505-514"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11888926/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143586708","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Psychological Factors Influencing Appearance Anxiety Among Adolescents: A Systematic Literature Review.","authors":"Bernadette Btari Kania Putri, Afra Hafny Noer, Fredrick Dermawan Purba","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S501547","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S501547","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Anxiety is a common mental health disorder, with recent studies emphasizing a growing trend of appearance-related concerns among adolescents. Therefore, this study aimed to systematically examine psychological factors related to the prevention and intervention of anxiety disorder. The examination process comprised searching 7 databases for studies investigating psychological factors influencing appearance anxiety among adolescents. The review focused on primary studies published in English between 2014 and 2024, which measured appearance anxiety as a dependent variable. Additionally, a narrative synthesis was conducted on 22 studies that met the inclusion criteria. As a result, the review identified 4 domains of psychological factors influencing appearance anxiety, including 1) personal (eg social media addiction), 2) cognitive (eg value), 3) emotional (eg body shame), and 4) social factors (eg teasing). The findings showed a more complex pattern between these domains, particularly describing the way cognitive and emotional factors mediated the effect of social and personal factors on appearance anxiety. Within each domain, there was considerable homogeneity in the specific factors identified. Consequently, these findings showed the importance of focusing on cognitive and emotional factors in both prevention and intervention strategies for appearance anxiety. Future studies should include other populations, such as young adults and LGBTQ individuals. This is because studies have shown that appearance anxiety is prevalent in the groups, allowing for more generalized findings.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"487-503"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11881758/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143567992","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Separation of Adult ADHD Inattention and Hyperactivity-Impulsivity Symptoms and Their Association with Problematic Short-Video Use: A Structural Equation Modeling Analysis.","authors":"Chuxian Xu, Zhaojia Gu, Jin Yan, Matthew Lock, Shuaiyu Chen, Qian Zhuang","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S491731","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S491731","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study investigates the relationship between attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms and problematic short-video use (PSVU) in adults, particularly focusing on the affective and cognitive processes that mediate this relationship. The research aims to clarify how different ADHD symptom domains, specifically inattention (IA) and hyperactivity-impulsivity (HI), contribute to PSVU.</p><p><strong>Patients and methods: </strong>The study recruited 563 Chinese college students (age: mean±SD = 19.85±1.56) through an online survey platform. Participants were assessed for ADHD symptoms, PSVU, cognitive reappraisal, emotional distress (including anxiety and depression), and boredom proneness. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was employed to analyze the mediation effects of these variables on the relationship between adult ADHD symptoms and PSVU. Additionally, the shared and distinct pathway from IA and HI to PSVU in adults were also explored.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results revealed a serial mediating effect of cognitive reappraisal, emotional distress, and boredom proneness for the association between ADHD and PSVU (Estimate = 0.005, 95% CI = [0.001, 0.014]). Both IA and HI symptoms were found to influence PSVU with increased emotional distress and boredom proneness (IA, Estimate = 0.055, 95% CI = [0.021, 0.099]; HI, Estimate = 0.088, 95% CI = [0.043, 0.150]). However, divergent pathways were found by which IA increased the PSVU indirectly by heightening susceptibility to boredom proneness (Estimate = 0.044, 95% CI = [0.016, 0.086]), whereas HI primarily influenced PSVU through cognitive reappraisal, emotional distress, and boredom proneness (Estimate = 0.009, 95% CI = [0.003, 0.020]).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These findings shed light on how PSVU develops in adults with different ADHD symptoms, which provide valuable insights for developing more targeted prevention and treatment strategies for short-video addiction in ADHD adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"461-474"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11881631/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143567994","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Interest-Curiosity, Depression, and Peer Relationships Among Chinese Adolescents: A Cross-Lagged, Semi-Longitudinal Study.","authors":"Jiali He, Hanshu Liu","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S499158","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S499158","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Based on cognitive-behavioral therapy and the positive emotion expansion and construction theory, this study investigated how interest-curiosity influences adolescent peer relationships through depressive symptoms.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-lagged, semi-longitudinal study was conducted with Chinese adolescents (N = 224; <i>M_age</i> = 13.23, <i>SD</i> = 0.95). Data were collected in December 2023 (T1) and March 2024 (T2). Semi-longitudinal analyses were employed to examine the relationships among interest-curiosity, depressive symptoms, and peer relationships.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The findings revealed that (1) adolescents with higher levels of interest-curiosity tended to experience lower levels of depressive symptoms over time; (2) adolescents who reported higher levels of depressive symptoms were more likely to experience difficulties in peer relationships; and (3) the positive influence of interest-curiosity on peer relationships was explained by its role in reducing depressive symptoms.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study highlights the crucial role of interest-curiosity in adolescent development. The findings suggest that fostering adolescents' interest-curiosity may help reduce depressive symptoms and consequently enhance peer relationships.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"449-460"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11882466/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143573715","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Indonesian Translation and Adaptation of Social Appearance Anxiety Scale (SAAS) for Early Adolescent Girls in Indonesia.","authors":"Bernadette Btari Kania Putri, Afra Hafny Noer, Lucia Voni Pebriani, Fredrick Dermawan Purba","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S498021","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S498021","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>During adolescence, the attention of individuals has been observed to increasingly shift toward respective appearances, and this is primarily influenced by the various stages of puberty. Previous studies have reported that early body image disturbances may have long-term mental health impacts that persist into adulthood.</p><p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study aimed to translate and validate Social Appearance Anxiety Scale (SAAS), developed by Hart et al, for use among early adolescent girls in Indonesia.</p><p><strong>Patients and methods: </strong>In order to achieve the stated objective, an adaptation process, guided by the International Test Commission (ITC) Guidelines for Adapting Tests was carried out. The process consisted of three stages including 1) forward and backward translations, 2) testing of reliability coefficients, and 3) collecting validity evidence through content-based and construct-based testing using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). Data were collected online from respondents in Bandung, Indonesia, who were then asked to participate in a retest 1 month later. The final sample comprised 197 girls aged 10-14 years.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The obtained results showed that content validity achieved an agreement rate exceeding 90%, and SAAS was observed to possess excellent internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.932). Accordingly, test-retest reliability was stable (ICC (95% CI) = 0.850), convergent validity between SAAS and Social Anxiety Scale for Adolescents (SAS-A) was significantly positive (r = 0.439; p < 0.001), and CFA signified an acceptable model fit after modification (Model Chi-Square, p > 0.05; RMSEA = 0.036 < 0.08; CFI = 1 ≥ 0.90; GFI = 0.94 ≥ 0.90; Loading Factors > 0.3).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>SAAS-Indonesia was observed to be sufficiently reliable and valid for use among early adolescent girls in Indonesia.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"475-485"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11881766/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143567991","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the Relationship Between Aggressive Behavior, Family Parenting Styles, and Self-Esteem Among Only-Child College Students in China: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Lijun Zhu, Mengyun Huang, Zhengmei Fang, Jiani Tong, Zhiyin Pan, Long Hua, Pu Dong, Liying Wen, Weiwei Chang, Yingshui Yao, Yan Chen, Yuelong Jin","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S505802","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2147/PRBM.S505802","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The prevalence of aggressive behavior among adolescents in higher education settings, particularly within the unique context of China's one-child policy, has become an increasingly significant issue. This study aims to elucidate the interplay between aggressive behaviors, parenting styles, and self-esteem among college students who are only children.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Conducted as a cross-sectional study from September 2022 to September 2023, the research involved a sample of students from four higher education institutions in Anhui Province, employing a convenience sampling method stratified by year of study and academic major. A total of 5,700 college students participated, with 5,431 valid responses obtained, resulting in a 95.28% validity rate. The average age of the participants was 19.16 ± 1.1 years, with 50.19% male and 49.81% female. The Buss-Perry Aggression Questionnaire (BPAQ), a revised Chinese version of the short Egan's Memories of Parents' Education (s-EMBU) questionnaire, and the French version of the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (R-SES) were utilized to assess levels of aggression, parental styles, and self-esteem, respectively. Data were analyzed using SPSS26.0 and SPSS PROCESS Macro.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The findings revealed that only children exhibited significantly higher levels of physical aggression (19.26±5.33 vs 18.41±4.87, p < 0.001) and hostility (18.64±5.68 vs 18.30±5.33, p = 0.046) compared to their non-only child peers. Regression analysis showed that both paternal (β = 0.670, p = 0.004) and maternal rejection (β = 1.095, p < 0.001) positively predicted aggressive behavior, while self-esteem negatively correlated with aggression (β = -0.375, p < 0.001). Mediation analysis indicated that self-esteem partially mediated the relationship between parental rejection and aggression, accounting for 6.90% and 6.54% of the variance in paternal and maternal rejection, respectively. This suggests that self-esteem nurturing may be a potential strategy to reduce aggression among only-child college students.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study concludes that nurturing self-esteem among only-child college students in China may be a pivotal strategy in curbing aggressive behaviors, underscoring the necessity to comprehend the intricate relationship between parenting styles, self-esteem, and aggression. The insights gained from this research are instrumental in enhancing social cohesion by addressing the distinctive needs of this demographic.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"435-448"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11872094/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143542785","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Narcissism, Social Media Addiction, Self-Esteem, and Haxeco Traits: Exploring Influences on Life Satisfaction Among Generation Z.","authors":"Thanh Ngoc Dan Nguyen, Hao Yen Tran, Giang Hoang Minh Nguyen, Yen Kim Nguyen, Hoai Thi Mong Dinh","doi":"10.2147/PRBM.S447067","DOIUrl":"10.2147/PRBM.S447067","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study aimed to analyze the influence of narcissism on self-esteem and social media addiction. In addition, it highlights the consequences of social media addiction through internal factors such as self-esteem and external factors such as life satisfaction. It also examined the regulatory role of personality traits in this context.</p><p><strong>Participants and methods: </strong>Conducted in Ho Chi Minh City, it surveyed 426 Generation Z individuals aged 13-26 spending over two hours daily on social media, using convenience sampling. Data analysis and reliability assessment were done with SPSS 29, and SmartPLS 4 evaluated the linear structural model.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study has demonstrated that narcissism among Generation Z significantly influences life satisfaction. The results indicate that narcissism plays a crucial role in determining the self-esteem of Generation Z. Furthermore, individuals exhibit varying levels of narcissism, which are positively related to various online social activities. Therefore, high levels of narcissism are likely to lead to social media addiction. Those who exhibit symptoms of social media addiction tend to have lower self-esteem because they perceive social media as a safe space where they can express themselves. However, each individual possesses unique personality traits, and this study has proven that specific personality traits such as Agreeableness and Openness impact the life satisfaction of Generation Z.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study investigated how narcissism, self-esteem, and social media addiction affect life satisfaction among Generation Z, exploring their complex interplay and mental health implications. It emphasized Gen Z's widespread social media engagement and addiction risks, impacting mental health and emotional satisfaction. Additionally, it highlighted the influence of personality traits on life satisfaction. The examination scrutinized the intricate relationship between self-esteem and narcissism, stressing its nuances, especially among Generation Z.</p>","PeriodicalId":20954,"journal":{"name":"Psychology Research and Behavior Management","volume":"18 ","pages":"419-434"},"PeriodicalIF":2.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11873018/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143543003","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}