The negative association of perceived stress with adolescents’ life satisfaction during the pandemic period: The moderating role of school community support

• DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15001
• Publication Date: 2023-03-30T01:46:03Z
• Authors: Matías E. Rodrígu...; Jaime Alfaro; Mariavictoria Ben...; Jorge J. Varela; Roberto Melipillán; Fernando Reyes
• Keywords: Association (psychology); Pandemic

To analyze the association of perceived stress on life satisfaction Chilean adolescents during recent pandemic, and to evaluate moderating role that school community support provides.A total 1337 in Chile (56.6% females), aged 14 through 19 (M = 15.99; SD 1.3) participated. Descriptive statistics, a multiple linear regression model, moderation analysis were all employed.Females associated with lower levels Life Satisfaction (B -0.19, p .042), which was not case for Age variable (p .160). The level Perceived Stress shown have negative -1.93, < .001). revealed an interaction factor between School Community Support as predictors 0.37, t 4.91, .001), showing higher moderated effect Satisfaction.Perceived pandemic had satisfaction. protective this effect, even online classes due closures. Strengthening connection their communities along providing additional tools resources such are both essential.