Subgroups based on fears of evaluation exhibited different social anxiety levels.

ABSTRACT: The bivalent fear of evaluation model proposes that fear of negative evaluation (FNE) and fear of positive evaluation (FPE) are distinct but related constructs, and that social anxiety arises when they are elevated. This represents a variable-centered perspective. However, a recent review suggested that individuals may be affected by unique combinations of FNE and FPE because they have different functions, mechanisms, and outcomes. Such patterns can be revealed by taking a person-centered approach. To explore this, the current study employed latent profile and k-means clustering analyses in four independent samples (total n = 2,913) to identify subgroups based on FNE and FPE levels. Between-group levels of social anxiety were further examined. Results demonstrated that participants could b

SUBMITTER: Zhang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11783788 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature