A Comparative Study On The Psychological Well-Being And Self-Esteem Among Adults With And Without Siblings.
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The relationship amongst siblings is an important element in the personal development of individuals across the lifespan. From childhood through adulthood, the interactions and overall relationship built can influence various aspects such as the psychological well-being and self-esteem. The aim of the this study was to compare the psychological well-being and self-esteem among adults with and without siblings. The study assesses the interconnection of the psychological well-being and self-esteem of adults with siblings and those without siblings. For the data collection, a total sample of 200 adults, 100 adults with siblings and 100 adults without siblings (only child) ranging from 18 years to 30 years were collected. Psychological Wellbeing (PWB) Scale (18-item version) developed by psychologist Carol D. Ryff, and The Rosenberg self-esteem scale (RSES), developed by Morris Rosenberg were used for the data collection. The results indicate that there are significant differences in both PWB and SE between adults with and without siblings, with individuals with siblings reporting higher levels of both constructs.
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