The role of Family Adaptability and Family Cohesion in coping and resilience among adolescents

Abstract

Family is the primary agent of socialization in children’s lives. The primary caregivers are the parents, who familiarize them with the outer world. Parenting styles, family environment and adaptability influence children's acquisition of various social skills. The present study aims at studying the role of family adaptability and family cohesion on the coping and resilience of adolescents. A cross-sectional study was conducted taking a representative sample of 100 adolescents (50 boys and 50 girls). Family Adaptability and Cohesion Evaluation Scales III, Brief COPE and Resilience scale were employed to collect the data from the participants. The correlational analysis demonstrated a positive relationship between family adaptability, family cohesion, coping, and resilience. No significant gender or age differences in family adaptability and family cohesion in terms of coping and resilience. No significant impact has been found for family adaptability and family cohesion variables on coping and resilience.