Abstract
[Autom. eng. transl.] The present study intends to shed light on the connections between support perceived by different providers, positive self-image and risk behaviors in young adults (18-27 years). 109 males and 224 females answered a questionnaire on the perception of the support received from parents and friends, on the positive self-image and on some risk behaviors put in place. Through the path analysis, a model was tested to assess the influence of relational factors (different support providers) and individual factors (positive self-image) on risk behaviors. The results show that some model paths differ significantly depending on the gender of the young adult.
| Translated title of the contribution | [Autom. eng. transl.] The role of relational and individual protective factors in young adults' risk behaviors |
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| Original language | Italian |
| Pages (from-to) | 317-334 |
| Number of pages | 18 |
| Journal | Psicologia Sociale |
| Publication status | Published - 2006 |
Keywords
- giovani adulti
- immagine di sè
- rischio
- supporto