APS
2025 APS Annual Convention · 2025
Perceived Parental Son Preference and Its Impact on Educational Attainment and Mental Health Adjustment Among Chinese Young Adult Females
- Jiahui Gao
University of California, Berkeley - Jingwen Yang
East China Normal University - Jingwen Yang
East China Normal University - Yiheng Dai
University of California, Berkeley - Shuyi Deng
Beijing Normal University - Chao Yan
East China Normal University
Abstract
This study explores how perceived parental son preference impacts educational attainment and mental health adjustment among Chinese young adult women (18–24). Outcomes include educational attainment, internalizing symptoms, self-esteem, social impairment, and suicidality. Findings will reveal associations between perceived son preference, educational disparities, and adverse mental health outcomes in this population.
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