The relationship between family stress and psychological wellbeing among married individuals

Chinawa, Francis Chukwuemeka (2026) The relationship between family stress and psychological wellbeing among married individuals. GPH-International Journal of Health Sciences and Nursing, 9 (2). pp. 123-133. ISSN 3050-9629

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Abstract

This study examined the relationship between family stress and psychological well-being among married individuals. A total of 412 participants (263 females, 149 males; M = 36.60, SD = 9.70) were selected using a convenience sampling technique from selected institutions in Enugu State. Data were collected using the Psychological Well-Being Scale (Ryff, 1989) and the Family Stress Scale (Douglas & Omeje, 2025). A correlational research design was adopted, and data were analysed using Pearson Product-Moment Correlation. Results indicated that family stress had a significant negative relationship with overall psychological well-being (r = −.42, p < .01). Specifically, family stress was negatively associated with environmental mastery (r = −.38, p < .01), personal growth (r = −.31, p < .01), and self-acceptance (r = −.29, p < .01), while weaker relationships were observed with autonomy (r = −.12, p < .05). Positive intercorrelations were found among the dimensions of psychological well-being, suggesting an integrated structure of well-being. The findings highlight the detrimental impact of persistent family stress on emotional and psychological functioning among married persons. It was concluded that reducing familyrelated stressors may significantly enhance psychological well-being.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
Divisions:	Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Depositing User:	Uchenna Eneogwe
Date Deposited:	24 Jul 2026 12:07
Last Modified:	24 Jul 2026 12:07
URI:	http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/id/eprint/5948

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