Correlation Between Resilience and Hope and Hope and Post-Traumatic Growth After a Romantic Relationship

Abstract

Romantic breakups, while emotionally distressing, can also lead to psychological transformation. This study explores the correlation between resilience and hope, and between hope and post-traumatic growth (PTG), in individuals who have experienced romantic relationship dissolution. A sample of 100 participants aged 20–30 years completed the Brief Resilience Scale, the Adult Hope Scale, and the Post-Traumatic Growth Inventory. Results revealed a weak negative correlation between resilience and hope (r = -0.0519, p = .608), indicating no significant association between the two variables in the context of a breakup. In contrast, a strong positive correlation was found between hope and PTG (r = 0.955, p < .001), suggesting that individuals with higher levels of hope are significantly more likely to experience post-traumatic growth. These findings underscore hope as a key factor in emotional recovery and growth following relationship dissolution, while also challenging traditional assumptions about resilience. The study offers implications for designing therapeutic interventions that prioritize fostering hope in individuals navigating breakup-related distress.