The impact of multigroup ethnic identity and collective self-esteem on college students' mental health: a structural equation modeling approach

Herdian, H and Wulandari, Dyah Astorini and Hasanah, Uswatun and Suwarti, S and Nirmalawati, Widya and Nuryana, Zalik and Junizar, J and Borhan, Lihanna (2025) The impact of multigroup ethnic identity and collective self-esteem on college students' mental health: a structural equation modeling approach. Community Psychology in Global Perspective, 11 (2). pp. 66-83. E-ISSN 2421-2113

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Abstract

This study examines the associations between Multigroup Ethnic Identity (MEI), Collective Self-Esteem (CSES), and mental health outcomes in a multicultural context. A sample of 305 Indonesian university students was used to explore how MEI is related to CSES dimensions—identity-based self-esteem, group membership esteem, private self-regard, and public self-perception—and indirectly linked to mental health, measured by the Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC-SF). Validated psychometric tools were used for data collection, and partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) with bootstrapping (5,000 resamples) analyzed relationships and mediating effects. Results showed significant positive correlations between MEI and all CSES dimensions; however, only the public dimension of CSES mediated the association between MEI and mental health, emphasizing the role of societal validation and public image in psychological well-being. While private, membership, and identity dimensions of CSES were positively linked to MEI, they did not mediate mental health outcomes. These findings highlight MEI as a psychological and community resource that supports resilience in diverse intergroup settings. Practical implications suggest fostering MEI in educational and professional environments to promote self-esteem, inclusivity, and well-being.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Collective Self-Esteem, mental health outcomes, Multicultural environment, Multigroup Ethnic Identity, Structural equation modeling
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology > BF712 Developmental psychology H Social Sciences > HM Sociology R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine > RA790 Mental Health. Mental Illness Prevention
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Psychology Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences
Depositing User:	Dr Lihanna Borhan
Date Deposited:	13 Jul 2026 13:44
Last Update:	13 Jul 2026 13:44
Queue Number:	2026-06-Q3865
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/126478

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