This study investigates the mediation role of self-esteem in the relationship between parent-child dynamics and peer relationships among Chinese adolescents. Using a sample of 476 participants aged 11 to 18 from northern China, we examined how perceived parental closeness and conflict relate to peer acceptance and rejection, with self-esteem as a mediator. The Child-Parent Relationship Scale (CPRS; Zhang, 2011) was employed to measure parent-child closeness and conflict, while peer relationships were assessed through sociometric nomination.The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, created in 1965, provides an objective assessment of self-esteem.In the study, it is known that if the degree of closeness between parents and children is relatively high, there is usually strong peer acceptance, and self-esteem can play a mediating role in the development of this relationship.Peer rejection will lead to conflicts between parents and children, and self-esteem still plays a mediating role.The acquisition of this research result makes people deeply feel that under the cultural background of our country, the influence of family on teenagers is relatively heavy, and it is more prominent in peer groups.This means that in order to properly guide adolescents to interact with their peers, they need to be supported by the family environment.

Zeyang Li. Parent Child Relationship and Peer Relationship through Self-Esteem in Chinese Adolescents—A Mediation Analysis. Academic Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences (2024) Vol. 7, Issue 2: 138-144. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJHSS.2024.070219.

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