The relationship between peer victimization and depression: a moderated mediation model of self-esteem and resilience
Jian Liu
IntroductionAlthough peer victimization is a known risk factor for depression, the specific mediating and moderating processes need further study.MethodsThis research used self-report data from 58,753 fourth graders to measure peer victimization, selfesteem, resilience, and depression.ResultsThe analysis showed that peer victimization was associated with depression both directly (71.92%) and indirectly (28.08%). The relationship between peer victimization and depression was partially mediated by