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Family factors and adolescent depression
Author
Ho, Swee Yin
Supervisor
Wong, Shyh Shin
Abstract
This study investigates the correlations among family cohesion, family adaptability, parent-child bonding and depressive symptoms. Three ethnic groups: Malays (n = 11), Chinese (n = 60) and Indians (n = 10) between the ages of 14-16 completed the questionnaire and results were analyzed using Pearson product moment correlation coefficients. Results showed that family functioning (as measured by the two dimensions - cohesion and adaptability) was negatively correlated with depressive symptoms at the significance level of p < 0.05. However, parent-child bonding (as measured by the two dimensions - caring and overprotection) showed no significant correlation with depressive symptoms. Discussion focuses on the cultural background of the local sample and the implications for future research.
Date Issued
2002
Call Number
RJ506.D4 Ho
Date Submitted
2002