Influence of Perspective-Taking on the Self-Esteem of Junior High School Students

Abstract

【Purpose】The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of perspective-taking on the self-esteem of junior high school students through a causal process model.

【Methods】A total of 190 junior high school students completed questionnaires that measured perspective-taking, other-understanding, self-understanding, distrust, and self-esteem.

【Results】The results of the analysis indicate that the understanding of perspective-taking can lead to the promotion of self-understanding as well as the negation of distrust, which may eventually have an an effect on the self-esteem.

【Discussion】The findings suggest that by understanding others on the basis of their perspectives, not only can self-understanding be promoted but it can provide an opportunity to gain the trust of others, which ultimately increases self-esteem.