Effect of Social Support and Personality on Psychological Well-Being in Adolescents from Different Relational Contexts
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Social support, Personality, Well-being, Adolescents, Family, Residencial careAbstract
Social support and personality characteristics are highlighted in the literature as relevant factors promoting young psychological well-being. This research aims to analyze the effect of social support and personality on psychological well-being, also testing the moderating effect of relational context on the previous association. It was conducted a cross-sectional and exploratory study. The sample was composed of 350 young Portuguese adolescents of both sexes, aged between 13 and 18 years, from traditional families (family only with parents and child) and residential care. The results suggested there was a prediction of psychological well-being through the dimensions of social support and personality. There was a moderating role of relational context. The results were discussed, highlighting the role of affective bonds developed as well-being promoting factors in young people.
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