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Home⇛Journal of Interdisciplinary Perspectives⇛vol. 3 no. 8 (2025)

Family Cohesion, Self-Esteem, and Resilience: A Correlational Analysis among Selected Junior High School Students

Gian Derick J. Sevilla

Discipline: Childhood and Youth Studies

 

Abstract:

Family cohesion is defined as the emotional connectedness between family members, which plays a crucial role in the psychological development and well-being of adolescents. Past research has shown that emotional bonding among family members is associated with better self-esteem and resilience among individuals. This study examined the relationship among 94 junior high school students at a private school in Valenzuela City, using a descriptive-correlational design. It assessed the participants鈥� perceived levels of family cohesion, self-esteem, and resilience through standardized instruments. Descriptive findings revealed that the participants generally experienced disengaged family cohesion, low self-esteem, and moderate resilience. The results of the study indicate that there is a significant positive correlation between family cohesion & resilience (r = .491, p < .001), and self-esteem & resilience (r = .479, p < .001), and a modest, but significant positive relationship between family cohesion and self-esteem (r = .242, p < .05). The results suggest the need for school-based and family-centered interventions that promote emotional bonding, selfworth, and resilience-building strategies to support students鈥� psychological well-being.



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