Victimization and depression in Hong Kong adolescents: the effects of social support

Cheung, Chiu Chung

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dc.contributor.author	Cheung, Chiu Chung
dc.date.accessioned	2006-09-19T04:04:15Z
dc.date.accessioned	2017-09-19T08:46:13Z
dc.date.accessioned	2019-02-12T06:39:43Z	-
dc.date.available	2006-09-19T04:04:15Z
dc.date.available	2017-09-19T08:46:13Z
dc.date.available	2019-02-12T06:39:43Z	-
dc.date.issued	2006
dc.identifier.other	2006ssccc212
dc.identifier.uri	http://144.214.8.231/handle/2031/3611	-
dc.description.abstract	Objectives: The study examined the relationship between depression and victimization (overt and relational), the buffering effect of social support, and the gender differences toward victimization among Hong Kong adolescents. Methods: Seven hundred and twelve boys and girls (aged 12 to 20) completed questionnaires that assess their level of depression, social support, and social experience. Results: The results indicated that both overt and relational victimization were strongly associated with depressive symptoms. Low parental, but not friends support, also increased depressive symptoms. However, contrary to expectation, no buffering effect of social support was found. Inconsistent with Western research, boys were found to report more relational victimization than girls. Discussion: The results suggest that reduction in victimization is important for preventing psychological problems. Schools and policies should concern and prevent the problem by promoting awareness about victimization and encouraging adolescents to seek for help.	en
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dc.subject	Depression	en
dc.subject	Victimization	en
dc.subject	Social support	en
dc.subject	Gender difference	en
dc.title	Victimization and depression in Hong Kong adolescents: the effects of social support	en
dc.contributor.department	Department of Applied Social Studies	en
dc.description.discipline	Social / Cognitive Psychology	en
dc.description.supervisor	Dr. Cheng Sheung Tak	en
Appears in Collections:	Applied Social Sciences - Undergraduate Final Year Projects - Psychology

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