Prevention for depressive symptoms among adolescents in Hong Kong: A study of enhancing subjective well-being

作者: Barry Ka Hang (譚嘉恒) Tam

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摘要: Objectives. The aim of this paper is to explore the insufficiently studied problem effectiveness a depression prevention program with positive psychology components. Specifically, project aims (1) design concepts, (2) implement in sample adolescents, and (3) assess program. Methods. Forty-one third-formers (23 males, 18 females) were recruited intervention group, forty-two (22 20 assigned control group. group received Positive Program, while did not. Assessments conducted at three points—pre-intervention, postintervention, one-month follow-up. Panel professionals supervised facilitator maintain integrity. Results. Among all variables, strongest relationship was found between hopefulness life satisfaction. Self-esteem have correlation depression, social desirability only correlated self-esteem hopefulness. Only reported significant attenuation during post-intervention. be predictor depressive symptoms. Social not associated study. Hope for both happiness Happiness also mediator link Discussion. Measuring satisfaction might help measure effect Program on students minimal Establishing hope among adolescents enhance their as buffer against depression. Although failed support its

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