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https://doi.org/10.32903/zs.69.2.2
THE ROLE OF POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT IN PREDICTING DEPRESSION, ANXIETY AND STRESS
Gabrijela Vrdoljak
; Filozofski fakultet Osijek
Maja Pavlović
; Filozofski fakultet Osijek
Sažetak
The perspective of positive youth development is focused on the strengths and potentials of youth, and on the importance of support in family, school, and community. One of the current models is the 5C model of positive development, which includes five factors: competence, connection character, confidence and caring. The development of these factors should result in positive outcomes such as better mental health, less risky behavior and greater contribution to the community. The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between positive youth development (PYD) and depression, anxiety, and stress. The study involved 322 first-grade students from high schools from Osijek and Vinkovci. A shortened version of the Positive Youth Development Scale (PYD-SF) and the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21) were used to collect data. The research results showed a significant negative correlation between competence, connection and confidence and depression, anxiety and stress. Additionally, connection and confidence were identified as statistically significant negative predictors of depression, anxiety and stress. Despite certain limitations, this research contributes to the theoretical development of positive youth development and has practical implications, highlighting the importance of empowering PYD factors in youth for the prevention of mental difficulties and promotion of positive development.
Ključne riječi
positive youth development; depression; anxiety; stress
Hrčak ID:
315262
URI
Datum izdavanja:
14.3.2024.
Posjeta: 108 *