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Title: Lifespan perspective on self-compassion: Insights from age-groups and gender comparisons.
Authors: Tavares, L. (AUTHOR), Xavier, A. (AUTHOR), Vagos, P. (AUTHOR), Castilho, P. (AUTHOR), Cunha, M. (AUTHOR), Pinto-Gouveia, J. (AUTHOR)
Source: Applied Developmental Science. 2026, Vol. 30 Issue 3, p290-306. 17p.
Subjects: Self-compassion, Gender differences (Sociology), Developmental psychology, Young adults, Adults, Age groups, Adolescence
Abstract: Developmental stages present challenges that prepare the individual for new roles. Self-compassion may be a protective factor across this process. The present study aims to: (1) compare self-compassion scores in adolescence, young adulthood, adulthood, and older adulthood using a cross-sectional design and a continuous multigenerational sample; (2) study gender comparisons across age-groups; and (3) study gender comparisons within each age-group. The sample included 242 adolescents, 239 young adults, 208 adults, and 198 older adults. Participants answered the Self-Compassion Scale. Whereas Overall Self-compassion was similar for all age-groups, differences were found in Self-judgment, Common Humanity, Mindfulness, and Over-identification. Comparisons across age-groups for Isolation and Over-identification suggested that, as they age, female individuals develop self-compassion, whereas male individuals may struggle to be self-compassionate. Comparisons within age-groups suggested that, particularly, female adolescents and male adults may struggle the most to be self-compassionate. These findings may inform targeting specific needs, according to age and gender. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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