Self-Esteem and Behavioural Problems Among Adolescents in Pakistan

Abstract

Objective:  To examine the relationship between self-esteem and behavioral problems among adolescents in Pakistan.

Study Design: The research was conducted using a cross-sectional survey method.

Place & Duration: The participants of the current study consisted of 1258 adolescents aged 16- 22. Sample belonged to different colleges of Rawalpindi, Islamabad and Attock district. 

Methodology: Data was collected from different public sector colleges of Rawalpindi division. After seeking approval from ethical review committee of Fatima Jinnah Women University, the participants who met the inclusion criteria were provided the protocol of study that consisted of Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale and Youth Self-Report Form. ,

Results: The results revealed significant relationship between self-esteem and behavioral problems (-.67**, p<.001). Further, self-esteem along with demographic variables significantly predicted behavioral problems in adolescents (F= 14,224: 3.026: p=.00).

Conclusions: Findings of the current study signified that self-esteem have crucial role in behavioral problems among adolescents. The results of the current study are useful for psychologists, teachers and parents that self-esteem has great impact on behavioral problems and enhancing self-esteem can result in fewer behavioral problems among adolescents in Pakistan.