Impact of Sibling Structure on Emotional Maturity and Psychological Well-being in Youth: A Comparative Study

A Comparative Study

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of sibling structure on emotional maturity and psychological well-being among youth aged 18-25, focusing on three groups: those with biological siblings, single biological individuals, and single adopted individuals. A sample of 300 participants was assessed using the Emotional Maturity Scale and Ryff Psychological Well-being Scale. The results from one-way ANOVA and Pearson correlation analysis revealed significant differences in emotional maturity and psychological well-being based on sibling structure. Youth with biological siblings exhibited higher levels of both emotional maturity and psychological well-being compared to single biological and single adopted individuals. Additionally, a strong positive correlation was found between emotional maturity and psychological well-being, indicating that greater emotional maturity is associated with better psychological well-being. These findings highlight the critical role of sibling relationships in fostering emotional and psychological development and suggest the need for tailored interventions that consider diverse sibling configurations.