The role of perfectionism in the relationship between adverse childhood experiences, symptoms of depression, and life satisfaction among Vietnamese adults
Introduction: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) were known as a risk factor for mental health problems and impact during adulthood. This study puts intention on the perfectionism concept that is a personality trait that may be developed from ACEs and impact on mental health. Objective: This stud...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2025-06-01
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| Series: | Journal of Health and Social Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://journalhss.com/wp-content/uploads/10.192042025THRL7.pdf |
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| Summary: | Introduction: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) were known as a risk factor for mental health problems and impact during adulthood. This study puts intention on the perfectionism concept that is a personality trait that may be developed from ACEs and impact on mental health.
Objective: This study aims to explore the relationship between ACEs, perfectionism, depressive symptoms and life satisfaction. Additionally, we aim to find the differences between symptoms of depression and life satisfaction by gender and birth order as a consideration of Vietnamese culture.
Methods: We used random sampling and collected 554 valid respondents (including 178 participants who had ACEs) in Vietnam. The respondents ranged from 18 to 60 years old (Mean = 20.92, SD = 3.252) PLS-SEM model was conducted to examine the relationship among constructs of this study. Furthermore, One-way and Two-way MANOVA was used to find the differences of variables.
Results: Maladaptive aspects of perfectionism (including concern over mistakes, doubt about actions, parental expectations, parental criticism, and personal standards) played a mediating role in the relationship between ACEs and depressive symptoms (β = 1.063, 95% CI [0.760; 1.416], p < 0.001). In addition, the adaptive aspect of perfectionism (organization) played a moderating role in the pathway from maladaptive perfectionism to life satisfaction (β = -0.122, 95% CI [-0.222; -0.022], p < 0.05). We also found significant differences in depressive symptoms and life satisfaction by gender and birth order.
Conclusion: The coexistence of both adaptive and maladaptive aspects of perfectionism provides researchers with a foundation to further investigate the relationship between perfectionism and other mental health issues. Additionally, it extends the data available for mental health practitioners to develop treatment plans for patients and clients who have experienced childhood adversities. |
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| ISSN: | 2499-2240 2499-5886 |