Adaptation of the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale for Use Among Azerbaijani Adults: Psychometric Evaluation and Associations with Life Satisfaction, Resilience, Depression, Anxiety, and Stress

Self-esteem constitutes a fundamental element of psychological and emotional well-being, playing a pivotal role in shaping individuals' self-concept and their ability to effectively navigate and manage various life challenges. The objective of the present study was to adapt the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale for application among Azerbaijani adults and to examine the relationships between life satisfaction, resilience, depression, anxiety, and stress. The study sample comprised 327 Azerbaijani adults (296 females and 31 males). The adaptation of the 10-item scale involved confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), along with assessments of criterion-related validity and reliability. Furthermore, correlation and network analyses identified significant associations between the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and the variables of life satisfaction, resilience, depression, anxiety, and stress. Specifically, self-esteem was negatively correlated with depression, anxiety, and stress, while exhibiting positive correlations with resilience and life satisfaction. Collectively, the adapted version of the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale demonstrated robust psychometric properties, supporting its validity and reliability for use in the Azerbaijani population.