The Impact of Faith and Family in the Development of Resilience in Adolescents During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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https://doi.org/10.18662/lumenss/13.1/98Keywords:
adolescent, faith, family, education, resilience, anxiety, depression, COVID-19Abstract
Students and whoever might be looking to understand the context and issues generated by the COVID-19 pandemic will find in this paper a micro-research that highlights the role of faith and family in the development of resilience in adolescents with a predisposition to anxious and depressive behavior. As shown by the works of research cited here and feedback from our respondents, faith manifested in moral values through personal acts, or the participation in community life through religious and spiritual practices is a means toward developing resilience in youth and creating a feeling of belonging and solidarity. This research paper also highlights that both the nucleus family and the expanded family offer a supporting and learning environment that is adjustable, where youth can find resources and strength to build a dignified and safe life.
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