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

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 comp

SUBMITTER: Shen Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6907199 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature