A Comparative Assessment Of Self Esteem And Psychological Well Being Among Juvenile And Non Juvenile Female Adolescents

Abstract

This study uses a survey-based approach to examine the self-esteem and psychological well-being of juvenile and non-juvenile female teenagers. Understanding the psychological effects of involvement in crime is crucial for designing effective support systems. The study involved 60 female participants, including 30 juvenile offenders and 30 non-offenders, aged 13 to 16 years. Established scales were used to assess self-esteem and well-being. Objective: To explore differences in self-esteem between juvenile and non-juvenile female teenagers. Hypothesis: There is a significant difference in self-esteem and psychological well-being between juvenile and non-juvenile female teenagers. Methodology: The sample comprised 60 participants, equally divided into juvenile and non-juvenile groups. A simple research design was used, and data were analysed using mean, standard deviation, and independent t-tests. Results: The findings show that juvenile female teenagers have significantly lower self-esteem and psychological well-being compared to their non-juvenile counterparts.