Analysis

The Adolescent Self-Esteem Questionnaire (ASEQ) was designed to assess adolescents’ self-esteem. Self-esteem refers to an individual’s sense of self-worth and self-acceptance. During adolescence, self-esteem is particularly important as it influences psychological health, social interaction, and academic performance.

Objective

The main objective of the ASEQ is to provide a reliable and valid measurement of adolescents’ level of self-esteem. The data collected can be used to understand the factors that affect self-esteem and to develop interventions aimed at improving self-esteem and overall psychological well-being.

Scoring

The questionnaire includes statements rated by adolescents on a 5- or 7-point Likert scale, ranging from “strongly disagree” to “strongly agree.” The statements cover various aspects of self-esteem, primarily in personal, social, academic, and family contexts.

References

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