“Even if they felt excluded, those who had greater levels of self-compassion exhibited less depression because they tended to use positive coping mechanisms. “
The purpose of this study was to determine how ostracism or social isolation can contribute to teen depression and how specific coping strategies, such as self-compassion, may mitigate this effect. The study investigated how negative emotional reactions, also known as maladaptive cognitive emotion regulation strategies, or CERSs, moderate the relationship between feeling excluded and depressed using the Temporal Need-Threat Model. It also examined self-compassion as a potential buffer or weakener of this relationship, which could lessen depression and negative emotional responses in adolescents who experience exclusion.
According to the research, being ostracized can lead to an increase in the usage of unhealthy coping mechanisms, which raises the chance of developing depression. Self-compassion, however, turned out to be a protective factor. Even if they felt excluded, those who had greater levels of self-compassion exhibited less depression because they tended to use positive coping mechanisms.
The study provides useful recommendations for schools and mental health initiatives. Teens may benefit from self-care techniques and healthier emotional reactions to difficult circumstances with the support of interventions like Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). These strategies may assist youths’ mental health by preventing depression associated with ostracism by encouraging self-compassion. Over time, future studies could delve deeper into these relationships, offering additional resources to help youth develop resilience.
humane Education: Building Pre-Adolescent’s Empathy and Compassion Towards Animals in The Indian Context
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Emerging Adult Life Satisfaction and Mental Health: The Mediating Role of Self-Compassion and Social Support
“Fostering self-compassion and building strong support systems empowers educators and counselors to guide students through mental distress, enhancing their well-being and resilience.” This study investigated
Ritika Kureel
Ritika Kureel holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Amity University, Uttar Pradesh, India. With a passion for understanding the complexities of the human mind, she is dedicated to applying her skills to support mental well-being. Ritika currently serves as a counselor in an organization that collaborates with Teach for India, where she helps guide young minds toward better emotional health. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, which brings her joy and balance.
Exploring the Role of Self-Compassion in Reducing Depression from Ostracism in Teens
“Even if they felt excluded, those who had greater levels of self-compassion exhibited less depression because they tended to use positive coping mechanisms. “
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