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Intergenerational differences on resilience, sense of coherence, and self-efficacy co** of family during covid19 crisis: a salutogenic perspective

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The COVID-19 pandemic has afflicted people from all sectors of life, and families have faced unprecedented challenges. In this study, researchers explore how intergenerational disparities impact the self-efficacy co** and resilience of family members during a crisis. With family members of different ages forced to live together, the pandemic has tested the resilience and self-efficacy co** of each individual. Using a descriptive-correlational research design, the researchers examined the relationships between resilience behavior, sense of coherence, and self-efficacy in family members from different life-stage cohorts. Our findings show that resilience behavior is associated with Sense of Coherence, however, self-efficacy co** shows no variation by generation. Further analysis revealed unique strengths among Generation X and Boomers, who demonstrated greater resilience and a greater sense of coherence compared to other cohorts. In the context of salutogenesis, our work emphasizes the importance of intergenerational differences in fostering family mental health in times of crisis. Our research illuminates family co** mechanisms and attitudes at different life stages, making communities more resilient. This study can help build a more cohesive society where intergenerational support networks thrive and mental health is a priority for all generations. These insights can help future generations overcome challenges together.

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Angeles, I.T., Perkins, R.G. Intergenerational differences on resilience, sense of coherence, and self-efficacy co** of family during covid19 crisis: a salutogenic perspective. Curr Psychol 43, 17727–17739 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-023-05115-w

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