Beyond Family Conflict: The Protective Role of Psychological Resilience in the Relationship between Inter-Parental Conflict and Psychological Distress

Abstract

The present study examined the relationship between inter-parental conflict, psychological resilience, and psychological distress among young adults, along with the moderating role of psychological resilience. The study also analyzed the differences based on gender and age. A cross-sectional research design was used. The sample consisted of (N = 180) young adults aged 18–30 years, selected through purposive sampling technique. Participants were divided into two age groups: 18–24 years and 25–30 years. CPIC scale by Grych et al. (2013), Brief resilience scale by Smith et al. (2008), and Depression anxiety stress scale is by Lovibond and lovibond (1995) were used in the study. The results indicated that inter-parental conflict was positively associated with psychological distress, while psychological resilience showed a negative relationship with psychological distress. Psychological resilience also moderated the relationship between inter-parental conflict and psychological distress. In addition, significant differences were observed in study variables based on gender and age. The study highlights the role of family environment and resilience in understanding psychological outcomes among young adults