Implicit theories of intelligence and academic self-efficacy as mediators of the relationship between psychopathology and mathematical performance in adolescents

• Autores: Andrés Rubio, Juan Carlos Oyanedel Sepúlveda, Ferrán Viñas Poch, Javier O. Torres Vallejos, Cristian Céspedes Carreño, Danae Pedraza, Rami Benbenishty
• Localización: European Journal of Psychology of Education, ISSN-e 1878-5174, ISSN 0256-2928, Vol. 39, Nº 3, 2024, págs. 1865-1886
• Idioma: inglés
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  • This study analyzed the mediating role that implicit theories of intelligence and academic self-efficacy may play in the relationship between psychopathology and mathematical performance. The sample consisted of 838 students from first and second year of high school. A numerical calculation test was applied, followed by psychopathology self-report scales, implicit theories of intelligence, and academic self-efficacy. Serial multiple mediation models were tested. The results showed a complete mediation of the effect of psychopathology on mathematical performance through implicit theories of intelligence and academic self-efficacy. The effect of entity theories of intelligence on mathematical performance was both direct and through academic self-efficacy, whereas the effect of incremental theories of intelligence was only through academic self-efficacy. Identifying the variables that mediate the relationship in question is crucial to develop targeted interventions to prevent the development of a vicious circle between psychopathology and poor school performance.