Sociodemographic Factors Of Adolescence

Adolescence is indeed a time for opportunity and risks. It provides an avenue for growth not only in physical dimensions but also in cognitive and social competence, autonomy, self-esteem, and intimacy. It is a time of changes and building more the pillars of one’s identity. It is the stage of “storm and stress”, a phase wherein adolescents become more aware of the sudden changes. The well-being of the adolescents is also at risk due to several factors. They become more susceptible to depression, suicide, and stress.
National Comorbidity Survey-Adolescent Supplement (NCS-A) have found out that about 11 percent of the adolescents were diagnosed to have depressive disorder by the time they have reached 18. And seemingly, girls are more prone

The number of friends was an element that directly envisages happiness. The construct under study was significantly associated with the level of dual positive and disharmony. In addition, demographic variables did not predict happiness. An analogous finding was revealed that sociodemographic variables were not excellent predictors of happiness (Neto & Pinto, n.d.). Self-esteem, satisfaction with life, and loneliness which are labeled to be psychological constructs were considered to be good predictors of

Most of the adolescents characterized themselves as jovial or happy. Variables such as loneliness, physical health, the time spend with parents, and religiousness were strong determinants of Icelandic happiness. The findings may help to understand more of the adolescents in Iceland and to encourage policy makers, parents and significant others to work for the happiness and well-being (Guomundsdottir, 2012). In Taiwan, the results of the study were consistent with the studies on adolescents’ global life satisfaction. Specifically, for academic achievement, the English and Mathematics teachers’ perception on academic performance and general happiness was significantly correlated. Likewise, the school environment factors, teacher academic support, classmate academic support, and organizational processes were positively associated with general happiness. In addition, overall school satisfaction was significantly related to general happiness (http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Academic+correlates+of+Taiwanese+senior+high+school+students%27...-a0217847459). In Thailand, the family factors elucidate or impose better the difference on adolescents’ happiness compared to non-family factors. Adolescents are happiest if they spend more time with their family members and have higher level of affection and connectedness or