The relationship between human rights, negative affect, bullying victimization, and life satisfaction among Korean adolescents: A national sample study

The effects of parental respect for children’s decision-making and respect for human rights on depression in early adolescents: The mediating effect of self-esteem

“…In fact, studies have found that 27% of Korean adolescents report high levels of depression, characterized by feelings of sadness or depression without a discernible cause [ 3 ]. Depression is a potent risk factor that diminishes life satisfaction [ 4 , 5 ] and increases the likelihood of suicidal thoughts [ 6 ] in adolescents. Early adolescence is a time when individuals often experience emotional turmoil along with rapid physical changes related to secondary sexual characteristics [ 7 ].…”

“…The level of respect for human rights is associated with depression in young people. Previous studies have found that young people who perceive a high level of respect for human rights in their homes and schools are less likely to experience depression [ 5 , 16 , 17 ]. Conversely, instances of human rights violations, such as parental abuse or neglect [ 16 , 18 , 19 ], as well as experiences of school violence or cyber victimization [ 17 , 20 ], have been linked to an increase in depression.…”