Exploring the Impact of Perceived Parental Involvement and Perceived Parenting Style on the Well-being of Adolescents

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Khushboo Agarwal¹, Vidya Bhate², and Girija Mahale³ (Symbiosis Centre for Emotional Well-being, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune, Maharashtra¹, Institute/Organization: Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune, Maharashtra², and  Institute/Organization: Centre for Emotional Well-being, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune, Maharashtra³)

This study explored the role of perceived parental involvement and parenting styles in shaping the well-being of adolescents in Pune City. The interplay between parents and adolescents’ relationship influences the well-being of adolescents. Data was collected on 264 adolescents aged 13-18 years from Pune City, India. The tools used for data collection were the EPOCH measure of Adolescent Well-being scale, the Perceived Parental Involvement questionnaire, and the Adolescents Parenting Style Four Factor Questionnaire. Statistical analyses were carried out using SPSS 20.0. The findings revealed a positive significant correlation between perceived parental involvement (r = 0.57, p < 0.001), perceived authoritative parenting style (r = 0.53, p < 0.001), and perceived permissive parenting style (r = 0.25, p < 0.001) with well-being. A multiple linear regression analysis was employed to investigate the combined effect of perceived parental involvement and perceived parenting styles on adolescent well-being. Based on the collected data, the model demonstrated overall significance, as reflected by F (1, 261) = 5.884, p = .016, explaining 34% of the variance (adjusted R2 =.339). It revealed significant effects of perceived parental involvement and perceived authoritative parenting style on adolescent well-being. Notably, the model revealed that perceived parental involvement was the strongest predictor followed by perceived authoritative parenting style for adolescent well-being. These findings contribute valuable insights into the interplay of these factors, enhancing our understanding of their collective impact on the well-being of adolescents.