New psychology research identifies belief in one's equal rights as a key mental health factor

Study builds upon previous research that has explored the connections Europe en self-esteem, mental health, and cultural differences.

The researchers were interested in unders Health Psychology Open ct influences mental health outcomes, particularly in culturally diverse settings.

They sought to investigate whether self-regard could serve as a protective factor against depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation, and how these relationships might differ between Western and non-Western countries.

Self-respect as internalized equality should be in the focus of future mental health research, says Daniela Renger.

But the study, like all research, includes some caveats.

The study relied on correlational data, which means that causal relationships cannot be definitively established.

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