Family functioning, family relationship problems, and psychological wellbeing among young adults
Department of Psychology, Kristu Jayanti College (Autonomous), K. Narayanapura, Kothanur (PO), Bengaluru 560077, India.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 22(01), 637–647
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.22.1.1107
Publication history:
Received on 01 March 2024; revised on 09 April 2024; accepted on 11 April 2024
Abstract:
The study aims to examine the relationship between family functioning, family relationship problems, and psychological well-being among young adults in the southern region of India. The data was collected from a total 265 young adults aged 18 – 26 years old, through both online and offline means i.e. hybrid method was used. Using a quantitative non-experimental design, employing correlation analysis, data was analyzed. The measures that were used in the study were Family Adaptability and Cohesion Evaluation Scale (FACES III), the Index of Family Relations (IFR), and Ryff’s Psychological Well-being Scale (PWB) – 42items. The finding of the study show that there was indeed a significant relationship between family cohesion, a subdomain in family functioning and the domains of psychological wellbeing. However, no significant relationship was observed between family adaptability, another subdomain in family functioning and the domains psychological well-being. Conversely, family relationship problems showed a significant negative correlation with various aspects of psychological well-being, indicating that higher levels of family conflict were associated with lower levels of psychological well-being. In conclusion, the findings underscore the importance of addressing family dynamics and conflict resolution strategies to promote the psychological well-being of young adults.
Keywords:
Family; Family functioning; Family relationship problems; Psychological wellbeing
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