The genetic background of the associations between sense of coherence and mental health, self-esteem and personality.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Sense of coherence (SOC) represents coping and can be considered an essential component of mental health. SOC correlates with mental health and personality, but the background of these associations is poorly understood. We analyzed the role of genetic factors behind the associations of SOC with mental health, self-esteem and personality using genetic twin modeling and polygenic scores (PGS).

Methods

Information on SOC (13-item Orientation of Life Questionnaire), four mental health indicators, self-esteem and personality (NEO Five Factor Inventory Questionnaire) was collected from 1295 Finnish twins at 20-27 years of age.

Results

In men and women, SOC correlated negatively with depression, alexithymia, schizotypal personality and overall mental health problems

SUBMITTER: Silventoinen K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8602419 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature