The influence of positivity and self-efficacy beliefs on family functioning among young adults in Italy and Colombia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research suggests that positivity and self-efficacy beliefs may impact adaptive behavior and developmental outcomes, such as social adjustment and subjective wellbeing. The present study explored the effect of positive dimensions (positivity and self-efficacy beliefs) and individual characteristics (gender, type of country, age, and sexual orientation) on family cohesion and flexibility in a group of Colombian and Italian young adults.

Method

An online survey was administered to 949 Colombian and 2,073 Italian people aged between 18 and 40 years (M _age = 24.3; SD_age = 4.5; 67% women). A mediational model was performed to test the influence of positivity on family functioning via the mediational role of self-efficacy beliefs, analyzing

SUBMITTER: Baiocco R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11444974 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature