JOURNAL ARTICLE

Study Data from University of Hong Kong Update Knowledge of Mental Health Diseases and Conditions (Gender, Racial-ethnic, and Socioeconomic Disparities In the Development of Social-emotional Competence Among Elementary School Students).

Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2024. P. 641 1 of 2
Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

A recent study conducted by the University of Hong Kong examined the development of social-emotional competence (SEC) among elementary school students and explored potential disparities based on gender, race/ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. The study utilized a widely-used SEC assessment tool and found that boys, Black and Hispanic students, and low-income students started with lower levels of SEC and these gaps persisted or slightly widened over three years of elementary school. The researchers called for future research to inform equitable SEC assessments and promote equity in school mental health. This study provides valuable insights into the importance of SEC and the need for targeted interventions to address disparities among students. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2024/06, p641
Document Type:Article
Subject Area:Ethnic and Cultural Studies
Publication Date:2024
ISSN:1543-6616
Accession Number:178003681
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