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Description:
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The immediate effects of teasing on children and
adolescents are well documented , but in recent years , the
long -term effects of teasing on adults have gained research
attention . Recollections of teasing during youth have been
shown to be related to increased psychosocial distress
during adulthood .
The present study focused on replicating the findings
of previous work , as well as expanding the existing
knowledge base concerning teasing and adulthood . Eightyfour
adult participants completed a questionnaire packet
designed to measure teasing history and perception , and
levels of depression , anxiety , self -esteem , and life
satisfaction .
Results indicated that recalled teasing experiences
from youth are related to psychosocial distress in adulthood . Teasing experiences were related to increased
rates of depression and anxiety , lower self -esteem , and
reduced life satisfaction . Notable differences were also
found between the frequency and focus content of teasing
between youth and adulthood . Implications for practice and
recommendations for future research are presented . |