Abstract
Objective To investigate the relationship among Machiavellianism, loneliness and coping style in adolescents. Methods 850 junior middle school students were recruited and assessed with Kiddie Machiavellianism Scale, Self-esteem Scale, and Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (for students). Mediating effect was analyzed by multiple regression analysis. Results ① The scores of Machiavellianism, loneliness, positive coping and negative coping were (37.35±7.52), (30.21±10.72), (21.07±6.12) and (9.44±3.84) respectively. ② Machiavellianism was positively correlated with negative coping style (r=0.192, P<0.01) and loneliness (r=0.263, P<0.01), as well as negatively correlated with positive coping style (r=-0.244, P<0.01). ③ Positive coping style partially mediated the effect of Machiavellianism on loneliness, and the mediating role accounted for 37.72% for the whole effect. Conclusion The higher the Machiavellianism is, the more serious the loneliness is.Positive coping style partially mediates the relations between Machiavellianism and loneliness. Key words: Coping style; Machiavellianism personality; Loneliness
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