Psychological study on Mental Health, Social Support, and their Interaction Effect on Criminal Behavior among Adolescents

This study examines the relationship between mental health and social support among adolescents, with a particular focus on their influence on tendencies towar d criminal behavior. It is hypothesized that both mental health and social support exert significant effects on adolescent behavioral outcomes, and that their interaction plays a critical role in determining the likelihood of criminal involvement. The research sample comprised 200 adolescents aged 16–24 years