An Exploration of Family Functioning Dimensions from the Perspectives of Male Emerging Adults Raised in Dual-Earner Families
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https://doi.org/10.29244/jfs.v11i1.71832Keywords:
dual-earner, emerging adulthood, family, family functioning, maleAbstract
Dual-earner families bring particular patterns that can influence family functioning. In this context, male emerging adults facing complex developmental demands are often associated with the stigma of masculinity and emotional restraint. They are also reported to experience poorer family functioning. This research explores the dimensions of family functioning from the perspective of male emerging adults who were raised in dual-earner families. This study used qualitative descriptive phenomenological design. The participants were three male emerging adults (aged 18-25) who lived with both parents working outside the home for at least 40 hours per week. Participants were selected through criterion sampling. Face-to-face semi-structured interviews were held to collect data, which was then analyzed thematically and validated with member checking. The results show that participants’ understanding of family functioning across six dimensions is shaped by their personal experiences, while distinct challenges showed in communication and affective involvement dimensions. Providing material needs is perceived as strengths in dual-earner families, although it tends to reduce the quality of family interactions. This study enriches the understanding of family functioning in dual-earner families based on the subjective perspective of male emerging adults, and can be a reference for family-centered policies and interventions.
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