TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2014//
TI  - Effects of contingent self-esteem on depressive symptoms and suicidal behavior
JO  - Death studies
A1  - Lakey, Chad E.
A1  - Hirsch, Jameson K.
A1  - Nelson, Lyndsay A.
A1  - Nsamenang, Sheri A.
SP  - 563
EP  - 570
VL  - 38
IS  - 9
N2  - Contingent self-esteem, or self-worth hinged upon successfully meeting standards or attaining goals, requires continual maintenance and validation. Despite the inherent instability that accompanies contingent self-esteem, relatively little is known about how it relates to markers of mental health. A sample of 371 college students completed measures of self-esteem, contingent self-esteem, suicidal behaviors, and depression. Individuals with fragile low self-esteem, described as highly contingent, reported greater depressive symptoms and suicidal behavior. Among those with secure high self-esteem, or high yet noncontingent, depression and suicide risk were markedly lower. Therapeutically promoting positive but noncontingent self-worth may reduce poor mental health outcomes.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0748-1187
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07481187.2013.809035
ID  - ref1
ER  -