Impact of Home Environment on Mood among Young Adults: A Review Study

Abstract

A home is a place where a person lives, with their family and loved ones. It’s not only a physical area but also a place where one feels comfortable, belonging, safe, secure and warm. A surrounding within a household where a person lives is called a Home Environment. Mood is a somewhat persistent emotional state or disposition that affects a person’s thoughts, acts, and experiences in addition to coloring their view of the world. Mood is of two types: Positive and Negative mood. The review paper aims to investigate the impact of home environment on the mood. However, studies exploring the relation between home environment and mood are limited. Review of existing literature discuss that the mood and psychological health are greatly influenced by their home environments. Research indicates that aspects like happiness, sociability, and interpersonal connections are improved in homes with supportive and positive environment. Lastly findings of the study suggest that fostering a loving and encouraging family environment is essential for enhancing positive experiences in individuals whereas unfavorable home circumstances can result in serious mental health issues.