Examines the effects of teachers' stereotypes towards mathematics, based upon the beliefs of their students in grades six to eight in Switzerland. Reports that mathematics was stereotyped as a male domain by teachers and students; while teachers' beliefs affected their students after controlling for achievement, interest, and self-confidence in…

Focused on mental health and protective factors in early adolescence. Significant relations between coping strategies and mental health were found, which are different according to gender: girls invest in more social relations, negative feelings, and consumption habits; boys often use sense of humor, or practice a hobby or sport. (JBJ)