Vietnam Journal of Sociology and Psychology
The Journal of Sociology and Psychology was established through the merger of the Vietnam Journal of Sociology (with over 40 years of development) and the Journal of Psychology (with nearly 30 years of history). The Journal is governed by the Institute of Sociology and Psychology. Aiming to be a prestigious academic forum, the Journal focuses on publishing in-depth scientific research in the fields of sociology, psychology, and related areas such as pedagogy, educational management, and social work. The Journal of Sociology and Psychology operates with clear principles and objectives, including: Publishing and introducing scientific research findings in sociology and psychology from both domestic and international sources; Disseminating the views, guidelines, and policies of the Party and State regarding social development management and Vietnamese human psychology in the context of innovation and international integration; Popularizing sociological and psychological knowledge across various aspects of social life. The Journal operates under License No. 115/GP-BVHTTDL issued by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism on August 29, 2025. Currently, the Journal publishes three editions: Journal of Sociology and Psychology – Sociology Series: Vietnamese edition, published bimonthly (even months), ISSN 3093-3919. Journal of Sociology and Psychology – Psychology Series: Vietnamese edition, published bimonthly (odd months), ISSN 3093-3943. Vietnam Journal of Sociology and Psychology: English edition, published annually in October, ISSN 3093-3781. The Editorial Board consists of 15 prestigious domestic and international experts. Furthermore, the editorial process is supported by a network of experienced collaborators and scientists from universities and research institutes nationwide. All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind independent peer-review process to ensure scientific quality, objectivity, and academic standards for all published works. Contact Information: Address: 176 Thai Ha, Dong Da, Hanoi, Vietnam Tel: 024.38568710 Email: tapchixhhvatlh@gmail.com
From Argumentative Structure to Social Mechanisms: Reading Capital by Karl Marx
Section: Sociology Series Keywords: capital, argumentative structure, methodology, sociology This article proposes a way of reading Capital by Karl Marx as an analytical work on the social structure of capitalism. By reconstructing the argumentative sequence from commodities to surplus value, the study clarifies how Marx employs exclusion, abstraction, and the organisation of theoretical problems to construct the coherence of his theory. The findings show that categories such as value, abstract labor, and surplus value function not merely as economic concepts but as social forms that structure relations of dependence and social reproduction. Based on a systematic literature review and a critical comparison with canonical interpretations, the article identifies a key gap: the argumentative structure of Capital has rarely been examined as a mechanism that actively constructs its social objects. On this basis, the study proposes approaching Capital as a sociological intellectual practice, thereby contributing to the expansion of dialogue between Marxist political economy and contemporary sociology.
Lê Quý Dương, Ngô Trung Thành, Nguyễn Đức Chiện
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Identifying the Channels for the Dissemination of Reading in Feudal Vietnamese Society
Section: Sociology Series Keywords: reading, feudal society, Diffusion of Innovations Theory, imperial examination system, knowledge inequality. This article applies the Diffusion of Innovations Theory to identify and analyse three groups of channels for the dissemination of reading in feudal Vietnamese society, including: formal dissemination channels associated with the Confucian educational system and the imperial examination system; textual dissemination channels through forms of knowledge preservation and circulation such as handwritten books, woodblocks, stone steles, and communal documents; and interpersonal dissemination channels through social networks such as teacher-student relationships, families, lineages, and village communities. The findings reveal that reading was disseminated through multiple channels, yet in an uneven and highly selective manner. Access to and practice of reading were concentrated primarily among a small group possessing educational opportunities and material resources whilst the majority of the population was constrained by barriers related to literacy, educational institutions, and socio-economic conditions. Consequently, reading in feudal society was not a universal practice but was shaped by structures of social stratification and mechanisms of knowledge dissemination. These dissemination channels therefore not only spread knowledge but also contributed to maintaining and reproducing inequalities in access to knowledge among social groups.
imperial examination system, knowledge inequality.
Social Factors Influencing Fertility Choices in Vietnam: Perspectives from Sociological Theories
Section: Sociology Series Keywords: gender equality, fertility choices, social status, low fertility This article examines the social factors influencing fertility choices in Viet Nam from the perspective of population sociology, viewing childbearing as a strategic social behavior. Drawing on an integrated framework consisting of three theoretical perspectives - Rational Choice Theory, Social Status/Role Theory, and Gender Role Theory - the study employs qualitative analysis based on a synthesis of secondary materials, including national statistical data, Vietnamese and international scholarship, and selected policy documents. The findings indicate that fertility choices are influenced by three main sets of mechanisms. Firstly, the value of children has shifted from primarily economic functions to emotional and quality-oriented values, while both direct and opportunity costs of childrearing have increased, weakening incentives for having additional children. Secondly, social status (reflected in educational attainment and living standards) structures parenting expectations and lifestyle strategies, promoting small-family models aimed at maximizing investment in each child and sustaining quality of life. Thirdly, gender inequality in the domestic division of labor heightens women’s double burden and opportunity costs, contributing to delayed childbearing and smaller family size. The article further clarifies the intersections and interactions among these groups of factors within macro-level socio-economic contexts and micro-level socio-cultural norms.
Family Social Capital and Students’ Sense of Happiness in Hanoi
Section: Sociology Series Keywords: happiness, family social capital, students, sense of happiness In the context of modern society with significant life and academic pressures, enhancing sense of happiness and life satisfaction has become increasingly challenging and an important issue of concern. This study aims to clarify the relationship between family social capital and the students’ sense of happiness - a crucial young workforce for the development of society. This is a research topic with significant gaps for further exploration. The study employs a questionnaire method with 418 students from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi. The research conceptualise family social capital though three dimensions: family relationship networks, trust in the family, and norms of interaction within the family, thereby analysing and measuring the relationship between these factors and students’ perceived happiness. The results show that all three dimensions are significantly correlated with the sense of happiness.
Đào Thúy Hồng, Nghiêm Thị Thanh Hằng, Nguyễn Hoàng Anh, Nguyễn Minh Hằng
The Relationship between Happiness and Quality of Life and Research Implications for the Mekong Delta
Section: Sociology Series Keywords: quality of life, relationship between happiness and quality of life This article employs a literature review approach to examine the relationship between quality of life and human happiness. Happiness is considered a constituent element of life quality and also a reference point for evaluating quality of life; although happiness and quality of life appear similar, they differ in fundamental ways. This relationship is inseparable in research on human quality of life and happiness. These analyses demonstrate the necessity of studying the quality of life and happiness of people in the Mekong Delta - one of the regions facing multiple challenges such as climate change, spontaneous migration, and population aging. These challenges have significantly affected the quality of life and happiness of local residents.
relationship between happiness and quality of life
Students’ Trust in the Leadership of the Party and the State
Section: Sociology Series Keywords: social trust, student's trust, trust in the leadership of the Party and the State This article presents the results of an analysis of students’ trust in the leadership of the Party and the State at the Academy of Journalism and Communication, based on survey data collected from 2018 to 2025. The study employs quantitative methods to identify the factors influencing this trust, whilst situating the findings within a comparative context of other sociological studies on trust. The major findings indicate that students at the Academy of Journalism and Communication maintain a high and stable level of trust in the Party and the State, significantly exceeding that reported in many other studies. Anti-corruption efforts are identified as the most powerful factor in strengthening trust, whereas demographic variables show no significant impact. The article also provides a scientific basis for evaluating the effectiveness of leadership and governance, whilst offering policy recommendations aimed at maintaining and enhancing social trust in the future.
trust in the leadership of the Party and the State
Public Perceptions and Responses to Environmental Pollution in Economic Zones and Industrial Parks in Ha Tinh Province
Nguyễn Thị Duyên, Đào Thanh Thúy, Trịnh Duy Luân
The Role of Female Scrap Collectors in Da Nang in Waste Management and Policy Implications
Section: Sociology Series Categories: Sociology Series Keywords: female scrap collectors, waste management, circular economy, social protection, waste sorting at source, policy implications The study confirms that female scrap collectors in Da Nang play an essential and multidimensional role in the environmental value chain and the circular economy, including: primary waste sorting, resource recovery, reducing pressure on public waste collection systems, and promoting circular economy thinking. They also constitute a highly potential group of grassroots environmental communicators, demonstrating a strong willingness to cooperate with and for the community. However, this social group faces a profound vulnerability paradox, reflected in precarious livelihoods and significant gaps in social protection. The findings indicate the need for systematic and strongly interconnected forms of support across multiple dimensions (preferential loans, vocational training, health insurance support, social insurance support, etc.). To provide the most effective support for this social group, policies should design integrated social protection-livelihood support packages, establish a risk-support fund, and formalise their role as semi-formal workers, thereby contributing to the enhancement of their social status as well as the effectiveness of sustainable urban waste management.
Anomie Theory and Its Applicability in Research on Late Marriage in Vietnam
Section: Sociology Series Keywords: anomie, deviance, labeling, latemarriage, Vietnam This article systematises and analyses the foundational concepts of anomie and deviance through the perspectives of three representative scholars: Émile Durkheim, Robert K. Merton, and Howard S. Becker. Durkheim conceptualises anomie as a state of structural disorder in which society loses its capacity to regulate behavior and orient individual aspirations. Merton emphasises the strain between culturally prescribed goals and institutionally legitimate means, leading to five modes of individual adaptation. Becker approaches deviance from a process-oriented perspective, viewing it as the outcome of social definition and labeling, whilst highlighting the role of social interaction and mechanisms of personal identity protection. Based on this theoretical foundation, the study opens up prospects for explaining late marriage in Vietnam, a phenomenon increasingly perceived as “deviant” due to tensions between traditional norms and the pressures of modern life. The discussion provides an analytical framework for understanding the mechanisms underlying the formation of deviant behavior, thereby contributing to the redefinition of transformations in individual behavior and the social identity of young people.
Social factors affecting students' learning motivation: A research overview
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Social factors, Learning motivation, Students This article provides a comprehensive review of research on the impact of social factors, such as peer relationships, learning environments, media and technology, social pressure, and career orientation, on university students’ learning motivation. The interaction among these factors contributes to creating favorable conditions that enable students to realize their potential and achieve high academic performance. Drawing upon a literature review of 32 scholarly works, this article focuses on four main areas: (1) The influence of peer relationships on students’ learning motivation; (2) The impact of the learning environment on the maintenance and development of academic motivation; (3) The influence of media and technology in shaping motivation within the context of contemporary higher education; (4) The effects of social pressure and career orientation on students’ motivational processes. The findings of this review serve as a foundation for proposing strategies to enhance the quality of social interactions and strengthen support systems, ranging from peer networks to technological and vocational guidance, in order to foster learning motivation among university students.
Developing an assessment tool for teachers’ social-emotional competence
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Validity, Reliability, Teachers, Social-emotional competence, Toolkit development Research on teachers' social-emotional competence has attracted increasisng interest from scientists around the world because of its great impact on mental health and job satisfaction. Currently, there is a lack of research in Vietnam on the social-emotional competence of teachers working in general education institutions. Therefore, based on the proposed model of teachers' social-emotional competence, this study developed a measure to assess this competence. Using data collected from 246 teachers working in Binh Duong province, the results of exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis demonstrated that the reliability and validity of the scale are suitable for assessing social-emotional competence of teachers.
High-technology applications in agricultural production: insights from farmers’ psychological readiness
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Psychological readiness, Farmers in Lam Dong Province, High-tech application, Agricultural production Readiness to apply high technology in agricultural production refers to farmers’ psychological preparedness to make changes toward a new mode of farming. In this study, readiness is conceptualized across three dimensions: cognitive, emotional, and behavioral intention. The article examines the readiness of farmers in the former Lam Dong province to adopt high-tech agricultural practices. A total of 122 farmers from Duc Trong District and Da Lat City (formerly belonging to Lam Dong) participated in the study. The survey results indicate that farmers’ overall psychological readiness to adopt high technology in agriculture is high. However, alongside the group with high readiness, a proportion of farmers remains at a lower level of readiness.
Research on the factors influencing freelancing intention among Vietnamese gen Z in the context of the digital economy
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Freelancing, Digital economy, Gen Z This study analyzes the factors influencing freelancing intention among Generation Z (Gen Z) in Ho Chi Minh City, where the freelance labor market is experiencing significant growth. The factors include social perception (support from acquaintances and friends), personal attitude (positive views toward freelancing), perceived behavioral control (belief in self-efficacy), human capital (knowledge and skills), and expectation of success (confidence in the benefits that freelancing offers). Using an online survey using a Likert-scale questionnaire, data were collected from 385 Gen Z individuals (male and female, aged 18-25) who had engaged in freelancing or are were currently freelancing, or were acquainted with freelancers. The results indicate that social perception has the most significant impact, reflecting support from family and friends, followed by personal attitude, expectation of success, human capital, and perceived behavioral control. These factors demonstrate the confidence, motivation, and self-efficacy of Gen Z in pursuing freelance work. The study provides a practical foundation for educational administrators and policy makers to design skill-training programs that support Gen Z in thriving within a flexible and dynamic work environment.
Psychological distress among cancer patients and its association with physical health factors
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Distress, Physical health, Cancer patients, Psycho-oncology, Ho Chi Minh City Oncology Hospital The present study aimed to assess the level of psychological distress among cancer patients using the Distress Thermometer (Distress Thermometer Tool Translations, 2023), and to examine the associations between physical health problems and psychological distress in patients receiving treatment at Ho Chi Minh City Oncology Hospital Branch 2. A cross-sectional design was employed with 164 cancer patients under treatment from June to September 2024, using a structured questionnaire. The mean distress score was 4.13 ± 2.82, indicating a moderate level of psychological distress in the study sample. Importantly, the study found statistically significant differences (p < 0.05) showing that higher perceived pain intensity was associated with higher levels of psychological distress. Patients who reported changes in sleep habits, persistent insomnia for ≥ 1 week, changes in eating patterns, fatigue and tiredness, numbness or pain in the extremities, or changes or loss in physical functioning also showed higher levels of psychological distress compared with those without these problems.
The mediating role of sexual communication in the relationship between attachment styles and sexual satisfaction among Vietnamese adults
Section: Psychology Series Categories: Psychology Series Keywords: Attachment styles, Sexual satisfaction, Sexual communication, Romantic relationships, Vietnamese adults Sexual satisfaction represents a crucial component of romantic relationship quality and adult psychological well-being. This study aimed to examine the mediating role of sexual communication in the relationship between attachment styles and sexual satisfaction. The research sample consisted of 192 Vietnamese adults aged 18 to 40 years (56,3% female, 43,8% male; M = 27,03, SD = 5,26) who were in a current romantic relationship and had engaged in sexual activity during the past month. The measurement instruments included: the Romantic Attachment Scale (combining 8 items measuring secure attachment from the ASQ by Van Oudenhoven et al., 2003, and 12 items measuring insecure attachment from the ECR-12 by Lafontaine et al., 2015); the Sexual Communication Scale (SeCS) by Moazami et al. (2023); and the New Sexual Satisfaction Scale - Short Form (NSSS-S) by Štulhofer et al. (2010). The findings indicated that secure attachment was the most prevalent style, whereas avoidant attachment showed the lowest prevalence. Correlation and mediation analyses confirmed that secure attachment was positively associated with sexual communication and sexual satisfaction, while avoidant attachment was negatively associated. Anxious attachment demonstrated a weak positive correlation with sexual communication and no association with sexual satisfaction. Sexual communication played a significant mediating role in the relationship between secure/avoidant attachment and sexual satisfaction. These findings contribute to the literature on attachment theory, highlighting the importance of open communication in adult intimate relationships, and suggest avenues for future research, particularly within the Vietnamese sociocultural context.
The relationship between overthinking with self-esteem among students at Hong Bang International University
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Overthinking, Self-esteem, Student This study investigates overthinking in students and the relationship between overthinking and self-esteem at Hong Bang International University. A total of 400 students participated in the survey. The study used the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) and the Ruminative Response Scale (RRS) to measure overthinking, and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) to measure self-esteem. Data was analyzed by SPSS 20.0. The results show that students had moderate overthinking and self-esteem. The relationship between overthinking and self-esteem is negative. From the results, self-esteem plays a role as a protective factor, helping reduce the risk of overthinking. The study suggests the need for psychological support programs to improve self-esteem, which can help students have better mental health and learning quality.
Bullying in high school students in Ho Chi Minh City
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Bullying, School bullying, High school students School bullying has become a serious issue, occurring in many forms and affecting various groups of students. Victims of bullying often experience a decline in academic performance, truancy, anxiety, depression, and social isolation. Some students may even engage in negative or oppositional behaviors such as gathering friends to fight back, bringing weapons to school for self-defense or retaliation. In severe cases, students may feel desperate, fearful, and distressed that they experience suicidal ideation or attempt suicide. Detecting incidents of school bullying in order to propose preventive measures, provide support to students, and improve their life skills is an urgent concern that requires the attention of teachers, school administrators, parents, school counselors, and society as a whole. Based on a survey of more than 500 high school students, this study described the phenomenon of bullying among high school students in Ho Chi Minh City and proposed measures to address it.
Body appreciation and happiness among high school students
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Body appreciation, Happiness, High school students This study aimed to examine the current status of body appreciation and subjective well-being among high school students, as well as to test the relationship between these two variables. The survey was conducted with 547 students aged 15-18 from Grades 10, 11, and 12, using the Body Appreciation Scale-2 (BAS-2) developed by Tylka and Wood-Barcalow (2015) and the WHO-5 Well-Being Index (WHO, 2024) as measurement instruments. Data were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 through descriptive statistics, t-tests, ANOVA, Pearson correlation, and simple linear regression. The results indicated that students reported relatively high levels of body appreciation but comparatively low levels of happiness. Male students showed higher levels of both body appreciation and well-being than female students. Regarding grade differences, Grade 12 students demonstrated greater body appreciation than Grade 10 students, while students in Grades 11 and 12 reported higher well-being than those in Grade 10. Body appreciation was positively correlated with well-being and accounted for 19.1% of the variance in happiness. These findings highlight the crucial role of fostering a positive body image in enhancing students’ happiness and suggest the need to integrate school-based psychological education programs to promote mental health and holistic adolescent development.
Mối quan hệ giữa cảm nhận hạnh phúc ở trường học, lòng tự trọng và sự hài lòng trong học tập của học sinh trung học cơ sở
Section: Psychology Series Categories: Psychology Series Keywords: Happiness at school, School well-being, Self-esteem, Academic satisfaction, Secondary students This study aims to investigate the relationships between happiness at school, self-esteem, and academic satisfaction among secondary students. Data were collected from 719 lower secondary students in Ho Chi Minh City. The results showed that all facets of students’ happiness at school (including positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement) were correlated positively with self-esteem and academic satisfaction from moderate to strong levels. In addition, happiness at school significantly predicted higher levels of self-esteem and academic satisfaction at low to moderate levels. This study highlights the role of students’ well-being at school as a significant factor contributing to the healthy development of adolescents in school settings.
Application of People-centered, Comprehensive, Global, Inclusive, and Sustainable Development Approaches in Social Development Management: Experiences of the Federal Republic of Germany and Implications for Vietnam
Section: Sociology Series Keywords: people-centered, comprehensive, global, inclusive, and sustainable approaches, social development management This article focuses on clarifying the theoretical content and practical application of the integrated use of five approaches - people-centered, comprehensive, global, inclusive, and sustainable - in social development management in the Federal Republic of Germany; thereby generalising and drawing out core lessons learned. The research findings indicate that these lessons are reflected not only at the level of specific policies, but also in the German model of social development management through the integrated and coherent application of universal approaches and inclusive institutions for sustainable social development governance. From this perspective, the author identifies and analyses implications for Vietnam in the new era of development, particularly in key aspects such as: the requirement for profound institutional reform, enhancement of governance capacity, assurance of equity, and the consolidation of social trust.
The impact of psychological resources on smartphone addiction among generation Z students
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Psychological resources, Smartphone addiction tendencies, Generation Z, Students In the digital era, smartphones have become an intergral part of daily life, particularly for Generation Z - those born into and raised with digital technology. However, the excessive use of smartphones and the rising trend of smartphone addiction among this group have become a growing concern for both parents and professionals. This study aims to examine the impact of psychological resources on smartphone addiction tendencies among Generation Z students. A survey was conducted with 375 high school students in Hanoi. Findings from univariate regression analysis indicate that psychological resources play a positive role in reducing smartphone addiction tendencies. Moreover, when examined simultaneously in multivariate models, self-perceived competence and resilience emerged as the most significant and influential factors. These findings highlight the protective role of psychological resources and suggest potential pathways for intervention strategies aimed at mitigating smartphone addiction among Generation Z students.
The relationship between parenting styles and learning motivation among high school students
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Parenting styles, Intrinsic academic motivation, Extrinsic academic motivation, High school students This study examines the relationship between parental parenting styles and high school students’ learning motivation within the Vietnamese context. Findings indicate that students’ learning motivation is shaped by a combination of intrinsic and extrinsic factors, reflecting a performance-oriented school environment while maintaining an underlying curiosity for knowledge. Parental autonomy support, warmth, and involvement were found to have positive effects on intrinsic motivation and help reduce amotivation. Notably, mothers play a stronger role in fostering learning interest, whereas fathers serve a protective function, reinforcing academic values. The study emphasizes that a democratic parenting style, which balances clear expectations with respect for autonomy, is essential for nurturing sustainable learning motivation. It provides implications for parents and schools to support the balanced development of students’ motivational orientations jointly.
The impact of parental encouragement on high school students' academic anxiety
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Parental encouragement, Academic anxiety, High school students This study investigated the relationship between parental encouragement and high school students' academic anxiety. The study sample included 400 high school students in Hanoi (39.8% male, 56.5% female, and 3.8% other genders). Utilizing Cassady's Academic Anxiety Scale (2020), the research quantified students’ academic anxiety levels. Parental encouragement for children is assessed in terms of content, form, and appropriateness or inappropriateness of encouragement factors, which are designed by the group, based on existing materials. The results showed that 91.2% of students reported different levels of anxiety in learning; 13.2% of the variation in academic anxiety was explained by different dimensions of encouragement. Parents' inappropriate encouragement of students' abilities had the strongest impact on students' academic anxiety (ẞ = 0.16), followed by inappropriate encouragement regarding students' emotions and desires, with regression coefficients of ẞ = 0.14 and ẞ = 0.12, respectively. These results underscore that encouragement from parents for learning should take into account the factors that are suitable for individual student needs to mitigate academic anxiety.
Psychological resources as a mediating factor in the relationship between academic performance stress and mental health among adolescents
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Academic stress performance, Mental health, Psychological resources, Self-esteem, Self-efficacy, Resilience This study aimed to examine the mediating role of individual psychological resources in the relationship between academic performance stress and mental health among students in Vietnam. The sample consisted of 375 students from secondary schools and high schools in Hanoi. The research instruments included the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ), the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE), the Brief Resilience Scale, and the Academic Stress Performance Events Scale. The analysis revealed that academic performance stress was positively associated with mental health problems, and negatively associated with self-esteem, self-efficacy, and resilience. Mediation analysis indicated that self-esteem and self-efficacy significantly mediated the relationship between academic performance stress and mental health, whereas resilience did not show a mediating effect. The direct effect of academic performance stress on mental health remained significant, suggesting the presence of both direct and indirect pathways. These findings emphasize the importance of psychological resources, particularly self-esteem and self-efficacy, in protecting students from the negative effects of academic stress performance. The results further suggest that school-based intervention programs should focus on enhancing students’ psychological resources in parallel with strategies to manage and reduce performance stress.
The current situation of passive response of junior high school students taking the 10th-grade entrance exam to psychological stress
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Passive coping, Self-isolation, Avoidance actions, Junior high school students taking the 10th grade entrance exam A study on the passive coping of junior high school students taking the 10th-grade entrance exam was conducted on 307 students in Hanoi. The results showed that the majority of students did not use passive coping; only nearly a quarter of students used this coping method, but at a low level. The surveyed students said that they rarely isolated themselves when facing psychological stress. They wanted to communicate with friends, family members and teachers. Students did not have evasive actions when facing psychological stress. However, the level of non-avoidant coping was not high.
Junior high school students taking the 10th grade entrance exam
The impact of emotional experiences on school engagement among lower secondary school students in Quang Ngai Province
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Positive emotions, Negative emotions, School belonging, Lower secondary school, Quang Ngai province This study surveyed 759 lower secondary school students in Quang Ngai province to examine the impact of emotional experiences on school belonging. Analyses included descriptive statistics, Pearson correlations, and multiple linear regression. Results indicated that school belonging was positively correlated with positive emotional experiences and negatively correlated with negative emotional experiences. The regression model explained 16.0% of the variance in school belonging. Positive emotions predicted increased school belonging, whereas negative emotions predicted decreased school belonging. These findings suggest that fostering positive emotional experiences while reducing negative emotions may serve as a feasible lever to enhance school belonging among lower secondary school students.
The relationship between parental psychological control and adolescents’ perceived happiness
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Psychological control, Well-being, Adolescents, Parents This study explores the relationship between parental psychological control and adolescent happiness through research conducted on 664 adolescents aged 12 to 18 in Bac Ninh Province and Hanoi. In this study, we used three tools to measure happiness: The Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (WEMWBS), and the Interdependent Happiness Scale (HIS). Additionally, the Psychological Control-Disrespect Scale (PCDS) was employed to assess the level of parental psychological control within families. The findings indicate that both paternal and maternal psychological control negatively correlate with adolescent happiness. Paternal and maternal psychological control most significantly impact life satisfaction (father: r = 0.23, mother: r = 0.25, p < 0.01), followed by mental well-being (father: r = 0.21, mother: r = 0.24, p < 0.01), and least influence interdependent happiness (father: r = 0.16, mother: r = 0.20, p < 0.01). The results highlight the importance of reducing parental psychological control to enhance adolescent happiness.
The impact of childhood experiences on the mental health of young adults
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Mental health, Positive childhood experiences, Adverse childhood experiences This study examined the relationship between childhood experiences (CE) and mental health (MH) in 787 young adults. The results indicate that most participants reported a high level of positive childhood experiences, while adverse childhood experiences were at a moderate to low level. When analyzed across three MH levels (flourishing, moderate, and languishing), positive CE showed a clear and consistent positive effect on MH in all groups, particularly in the languishing group. In contrast, adverse CE had only a slight and unstable negative impact. The full-sample regression model indicated that positive CE was a significantly stronger predictor of MH than adverse CE, with a standardized coefficient nearly three times larger in magnitude. These findings underscore the protective role of positive CE for MH and highlight a comprehensive approach for research and intervention: not only identifying and addressing past adversities but also leveraging positive resources from childhood.
Psychological well-being of repatriated international migrant workers: A literature review
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Returned international migrant worker, Psychological well-being, Reintegration stress, Mental health This article provides a systematic review of both domestic and international studies to elucidate the psychological well-being of international migrant workers upon return, focusing on two main dimensions: emotional experiences and psychological adaptation. Based on 18 selected publications from scientific databases and research reports of organizations between 2014 and 2024, the study synthesizes empirical evidence on emotional experiences and psychological adjustment among returnee migrant workers. The findings reveal that returnees often experience complex and contradictory emotional states, in which the joy and pride of reunion and returning home coexist with psychological difficulties such as anxiety, depression, feelings of shame, isolation, and identity crises during the initial reintegration phase, particularly when they lose their occupational role or social status. However, protective factors such as family support, community connection, religious faith, and individual resilience contribute to emotional stability and positive adaptation. Psychological adaptation emerges as a central pillar of sustainable reintegration, influenced by both individual factors (pre-return preparation, and coping capacity) and social factors (support networks and social recognition). The study underscores the necessity of integrating mental health care and psychosocial counseling into policies supporting returnee migrant workers to enhance the quality of life and promote sustainable reintegration in Vietnam. The synthesized evidence from this review contributes to the development of evidence-based psychosocial support policies for returnee migrant workers in Vietnam.
The role of personal psychological resources in predicting mental health issues among generation Z youth
Section: Psychology Series Keywords: Personal psychological resources, Mental health, Generation Z, Smartphone addiction, Loneliness, Life satisfaction Amid the growing psychological-social challenges faced by Generation Z, this study examines the effects of six personal psychological resources-resilience, hope, self-efficacy, autonomy, optimism, and acceptance- on three dimensions of mental health: life satisfaction, problematic smartphone use, and loneliness. Data were collected from 689 young participants, and multivariate regression analyses indicate that acceptance emerges as a consistently protective factor, positively associated with life satisfaction and negatively associated with both smartphone overuse and loneliness across genders. These findings underscore the essential role of personal psychological resources in predicting key mental health concerns among Generation Z youth.