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Self-compassion as a Buffer against Homesickness, Depression, and Dissatisfaction in the Transition to College

Terry, Meredith L., Leary, Mark R., Mehta, Sneha·2013·Self and Identity

DOI 10.1080/15298868.2012.667913

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Life transitions that include moving to a new location are stressful, particularly if difficulties arise in the new environment. This study focused on the role of self-compassion in moderating students' reactions to social and academic difficulties in the transition to college. Before starting college, 119 students completed a measure of self-compassion, the degree to which people treat themselves kindly during distressing situations. At the end of their first semester, participants answered questions about their social and academic difficulties and completed measures of homesickness, depression, and satisfaction with their decision to attend the university. Students who scored higher in self-compassion weathered difficulties more successfully, reported lower homesickness and less depression, and expressed greater satisfaction with their decision to attend the university.

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Authors: Terry, M. L., Leary, M. R., & Mehta, S.
Affiliations: Duke University (US)
Corresponding author: Terry, Meredith L.
ORCID: Leary, Mark R.
Venue: Self and Identity
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Published: 2013-05
Volume: 12
Issue: 3
Pages: 278-290
ISSN: 1529-8868 (ISSN-L)
1529-8876
DOI: 10.1080/15298868.2012.667913
OpenAlex: W2050654322
Cited by: 165
References: 44
Citations by year: 2026: 3 · 2025: 8 · 2024: 12 · 2023: 13 · 2022: 13 · 2021: 27 · 2020: 17 · 2019: 15 · 2018: 15 · 2017: 11 · 2016: 15 · 2015: 3 · 2014: 10 · 2013: 2
FWCI: 5.79
Type: journal article
Language: en
Open access: closed
Locations: Self and Identity (publishedVersion)
Topics: Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Mindfulness and Compassion Interventions
Social Sciences › Psychology › Developmental and Educational Psychology › Student Stress and Coping
Social Sciences › Psychology › Social Psychology › Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction
Keywords: self-compassion, homesickness, depression, transition to college, social difficulties, academic difficulties, moderation, student adaptation

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