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Peer reviewedMcGee, Rob; Williams, Sheila – Journal of Adolescence, 2000
Study examined the predictive association for both global and academic self esteem among students ages 9-13 in a large sample of New Zealanders. Results showed levels of global self esteem significantly predicted adolescent reports of problem eating, suicidal ideation, and multiple compromising behaviors. Implications are discussed for the…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Eating Disorders, Emotional Development, Foreign Countries
