Anxiety in Children
The Contribution of Parental Characteristics
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15713415 |
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| Authors | Beáta Bécsi (0009-0004-6803-0959, University of Debrecen), Jenifer Pataki (0000-0001-5275-6289, University of Debrecen), Gergő József Szőllősi (0000-0002-4126-0058, University of Debrecen, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 5 |
| Pages | 553-553 |
| Publication date | 2025-04-25 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Children (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2227-9067 • E-ISSN: 2227-9067 |
| Publisher | Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (PUBLISHER • CH) |
| DOI | 10.3390/children12050553 |
| PMID | 40426732 |
| OpenAlex | W4409818401 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 24 |
Background/Objectives : The prevalence of behavioral problems and mental health issues, including anxiety, among children is rising, potentially affecting their long-term well-being and social functioning. Therefore, this study aims to identify the key determinants of children's health status, with a particular focus on parental mental health, health behaviors, and socio-demographic factors. Methods : The data were sourced from a Hungarian representative database from 2019. The analysis was executed using multivariate and multiple logistic regressions. Results : Our sample consisted of data from 5603 individuals, of which 775 (14%) completed the children's module. Significant associations were found between the parent's tertiary education level (AOR = 3.93 [1.89-8.16]) and the child's restlessness and anxiety, as well as between the parent's existing depression and the child's behavioral difficulties (AOR = 3.22 [1.97-5.28]) and anxiety (AOR = 2.43 [1.37-4.30]). Additionally, a significant association was observed between the parent's secondary education level (AOR = 3.53 [1.51-8.27]) and the child's health problems, which was also associated with cases of tertiary education (AOR = 3.17 [1.16-8.69]). Conclusions : Our findings suggest that parental education and mental health significantly influence children's psychological and overall health, which is why targeted prevention and health promotion strategies are essential to support both children and families
Anxiety · Developmental psychology · Psychiatry · Child Abuse and Trauma · Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development · Clinical Psychology · Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum · Psychology
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