Effects of Family Function and Depression on Impulsive Behavior in Adolescents.
- Author:
Hea Shoon LEE
1
;
Ji Won OAK
Author Information
1. Department of Nursing, Dongseo University, Korea.
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Adolescent;
Family Relations;
Depression;
Impulsive Behavior
- MeSH:
Adolescent;
Depression;
Family Characteristics;
Family Relations;
Humans;
Impulsive Behavior;
Surveys and Questionnaires
- From:Journal of Korean Academy of Fundamental Nursing
2012;19(3):374-382
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
PURPOSE: The study was done to influence of family function and degree of depression on impulsive behavior in adolescents. METHOD: Using convenience sampling 780 adolescents were recruited from October 29 and November 9, 2011. Data were collected using self-report questionnaires which included items on general characteristics, family function, depression, and impulsive behavior. Data were analyzed using t-test, ANOVA, Scheffe test, Pearson Correlation Coefficient, and hierarchical regression analysis. RESULTS: The major findings of this study were as follow; 1) There was a significant negative relationship between family function and impulsive behavior (r=-.236, p<.001) and a positive relationship between depression and impulsive behavior (r=.342, p<.001). 2) Factors with a significant negative association with impulsive behavior were higher school records (beta=-.112, p<.001) and family function: positive resolution of family problems (beta=-.213, p=.008), while a significant positive association was found for unsatisfactory school life (beta=.103, p=.016), family function: emotional reactivity (beta=.159, p=.028), and depression (beta=.301, p<.001). These variables explained 20.1% of variance for impulsive behavior. CONCLUSION: The results of this study identify a relationship between family function, depression, and impulsive behavior in adolescents indicating variables to be addressed to reduce impulsive behavior. These variables can be used in developing intervention programs.
