Locus of control, self-esteem and depression in a sample of school going adolescents in two Nigerian rural communities
Journal Title: The Journal of Medical Research - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Locus of Control (LOC) refers to an individual's personal belief that the events which occur in his or her life are either as a result of personal control and effort, or outside forces such as fate and luck. Self esteem refers to the extent to which a person values, approves or appreciates himself or herself. Self esteem has a prominent effect on one’s mental health as well as personal balance. Adolescent is a stage in individual growth and development which has been notorious throughout the centuries as one of great emotional upset with wide fluctuations in behavior.
Authors and Affiliations
Friday E. Okwaraji, Callista U. Nduanya, Kenechukwu I. Obiechina, Godwin C. Onyebueke, Augustine N. Okorie
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