The Relationship between Self Compassion, Loneliness and Depressive Tendencies in Early Adult

Hardiyanti Reski Rahmadani; Suroso; Niken Titi Pratitis

doi:10.55927/mudima.v5i2.51

Authors

Hardiyanti Reski Rahmadani Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya
Suroso University 17 August 1945 Surabaya
Niken Titi Pratitis University 17 August 1945 Surabaya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/mudima.v5i2.51

Keywords:

Depressive Tendencies, Self Compassion, Loneliness, Early Adult

Abstract

Early adulthood is vulnerable to depression. This period is characterized by substantial transitions, including pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, and forming intimate relationships, which can contribute to vulnerability to mental health disorders. Self-compassion and loneliness are factors associated with a tendency toward depression, including in early adulthood. This study aims to analyze the relationship between self-compassion, loneliness, and depression in early adulthood. This research employs a quantitative correlational approach. Data were obtained from 387 early adult participants using researcher-developed scales measuring depressive tendencies, self-compassion, and loneliness. Data analysis was conducted using the non-parametric Spearman analysis technique. The results indicate that self-compassion has a significant negative correlation with depression, while loneliness has a significant positive correlation with the tendency toward depression in early adulthood

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