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@article{193383,
        author = {Dr. Sarath P and Ms. Anju Ravi},
        title = {Predictors of Self-Esteem among Adolescence: The Role of Home Environment},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {170-176},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=193383},
        abstract = {Adolescent self-esteem is an important marker of psychological well-being and is greatly affected by the home environment. The current study attempted to explore the predictive value of the dimensions of the home environment on the self-esteem of adolescents. A total of 150 adolescents from Kerala were taken for the study. The study used the Home Environment Inventory (Mishra) and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. The regression equation was significant, and it accounted for 74.6% of the variation in self-esteem (R² = .746). Parental control was identified as the strongest negative predictor, followed by social isolation, deprivation of privileges, permissiveness, punishment, and protectiveness. On the other hand, nurturance was identified as the strongest positive predictor, followed by conformity and rejection. The study highpoints the importance of balanced and culturally sensitive parenting styles in fostering healthy self-esteem in adolescents.},
        keywords = {Adolescents; Self-esteem; Home environment},
        month = {March},
        }