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Defining family elements in adolescence
Oana Codruţa Miloicov Băcean1, Brigitha Vlaicu
1Louis Turcanu Emergency Clinic Hospital, Timisoara Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara Faculty of Medicine.
Summary
Adolescents maintain strong family ties during identity formation, with most living at home and reporting satisfaction with family relationships and finances. This highlights the enduring influence of family on adolescent development.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Developmental Science
Background:
- The family plays a crucial, enduring role in adolescent identity development.
- Adolescents balance family affiliation with the need for independence and societal integration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the role of family affiliation in adolescent identity development.
- To examine factors influencing adolescent well-being within the family context.
Main Methods:
- A population-based, cross-sectional study was conducted.
- Anonymous self-administration of the CORT 2004 questionnaire on risky behaviors in teenagers.
- Sample comprised 2908 college students aged 15-19 years from Timis County.
Main Results:
- High prevalence of family-organized affiliation (78.9% living with family).
- Predominance of medium educational levels among mothers (63.7%) and fathers (59.1%).
- Significant satisfaction reported with family members (71.7%) and financial status (61.2%).
Conclusions:
- Family affiliation is a predominant factor in adolescent life.
- Adolescent satisfaction with family relationships and financial stability is notable.
- These findings underscore the critical role of family in adolescent identity formation and development.
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