thesis on dysfunctional family

Family dysfunction was measured with a shortened 24-item version of the FAD (Epstein et al., 1983) which taps into the family’s ability to constructively solve problems, communicate efficiently, have clear rules, and other aspects of functioning.

Children who grow up in dysfunctional families are at risk of developing mental illness, which, if not treated, can result in long-term mental health problems such as depression and anxiety.

Consistent with Hypothesis 2, family dysfunction was significantly related to young adolescents' anxiety and depression through the multiple mediators of self-esteem and loneliness. Specifically, family dysfunction showed indirect effects on anxiety and depression via loneliness and self-esteem respectively.

This is a systematic review and meta-analysis including cross-sectional, cohort, and case-control studies using validated instruments such as the Family APGAR (Adaptability, Partnership, Growth, Affection, and Resolve) and Family Adaptability and Cohesion Evaluation Scale III.

dysfunctional family structure and aggression in youth, (d) propose school-based strategies for working with both aggressive students and their families, and (e) underscore the feasibility and benefits of a systemic approach to violent students.

The presence of trauma and family psychiatric history predicted higher rates of readmission. Our study highlighted the role of psychosocial factors, namely, family structure and its adverse effects on the mental well-being of children. Keywords: Family structure, hospitalization rates, single parents, trauma. Go to:

This study primarily examined the predictive role of emotional and behavioral disorders in family cohesion and the moderating role of parenting alliance. Adolescents’ mental health issues are a major concern, with important implications for individuals and their families.

This 12-month longitudinal study examined the relations among family dysfunction, loneliness and life satisfaction in children using a longitudinal mediation model.

This article will look at both antece-dents and consequences of family roles individuals might adopt. Specifically, it will be tested how roles relate to levels of family dysfunction and what their consequences are for the manifestation of depressive symptoms later in life.

Based on a social-cognitive model, we examined the multiple mediating roles of self-esteem and loneliness in linking family dysfunction to anxiety and depression in adolescents....