Psychological Factors Associated with Social Withdrawal (Hikikomori).

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Cases of prolonged social withdrawal (hikikomori) have recently been reported in several countries. This study examined the impact of cognitive-behavioral and emotional factors on hikikomori behavior to identify intervention targets. Identifying such targets could facilitate the development of techniques to address hikikomori characteristics.

Methods

Two hundred Japanese individuals (mean age=38.73, SD=6.85) completed the Adaptive Behaviors Scale for Hikikomori and Stress Response Scale-18, along with the Japanese versions of the Self-Compassion Scale (Short Form), Acceptance and Action Questionnaire-II, and Brief Coping Orientation to Problems Experienced Inventory. Participants were divided into two groups: individuals with no experience of social withdrawal, and

SUBMITTER: Nonaka S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8169334 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature