The effect of adolescents’ perceived social support types on sense of meaning in life: the mediating role of social- emotional competence

There is variation in adolescents' perceived social support and social-emotional competence, which should be considered when designing interventions to enhance the sense of meaning in life. Educational practice should focus on enhancing adolescents' social-emotional competence and the sense of meaning in life. Additionally, peer support groups should be nurtured, taking into account the core influence of peers on adolescents' development, encouraging cooperation, interaction, and social interaction.