Impact of Empty Nest Syndrome on Developmental Crisis and Satisfaction with Life among Housewives: A Comparative Study of Housewives Experiencing Empty nest and those living with Children

Authors

  • Shivani Negi Student
  • Dr. Garima Joshi Assistant Professor

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25215/1202.168

Keywords:

empty nest syndrome, developmental crisis, life satisfaction, Indian housewives, well-being, empty nest transition

Abstract

The study explored the link between Empty Nest Syndrome (ENS), developmental crisis, and satisfaction with life among Indian housewives aged 40-80. The study included 80 housewives, split into two groups: those staying with kids (n=40) and those not living with their kids (n=40). Participants had a moderate association between ENS and developmental crisis for housewives not living with children (r=0.334, p<0.05), and a strong connection for those living with children (r=0.533, p<0.001), showing higher ENS linked with increased developmental crisis. Relationships with life satisfaction demonstrated a significant negative connection with ENS for both groups (not living with children: r=-0.330, p<0.05; living with children: r=-0.391, p<0.05), indicating higher ENS related to reduced life satisfaction. Housewives without kids saw noticeably higher ENS levels (p=0.008), but no significant difference in satisfaction with life between groups (p=0.603). The results underscore the detrimental impact of ENS on Indian housewives’ developmental challenges and decreased life satisfaction, even pre-empty nest transition. Implications emphasize the necessity for supportive interventions to alleviate negative outcomes during this significant life stage.

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Published

2022-11-05

How to Cite

Shivani Negi, & Dr. Garima Joshi. (2022). Impact of Empty Nest Syndrome on Developmental Crisis and Satisfaction with Life among Housewives: A Comparative Study of Housewives Experiencing Empty nest and those living with Children. International Journal of Indian Psychȯlogy, 12(2). https://doi.org/10.25215/1202.168