Relationship between perceived parenting style, gratitude and resilience in college students of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh

Abstract

Gratitude and resilience are values that can be acquired and learnt through environmental influences; and parents are considered to be significant contributors towards instilling values that can promote healthy or maladaptive coping mechanism. Young adulthood is a phase of transition in various aspects of life such as career, relationships, work, finances, etc. This poses multiple challenges to this population making them more susceptible to mental illness. Their perception about their upbringing can play a vital role in shaping their attitude towards self and others, and their way of responding to stressful life situations. The present study aimed to assess the relationship between perceived parenting styles, resilience, and gratitude among young adult college students of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. A purposive sample of 73 college going students was assessed using three questionnaires. A significant relationship was found between authoritative parenting and gratitude and the same has been discussed.