Developing a Native Model of a Happy Family Based on Positive Psychology
Keywords:
Native model, happy family, positive psychologyAbstract
Objective: The present study aimed to develop a native model of a happy family grounded in the principles of positive psychology.
Methods and Materials: This research employed a qualitative approach and was conducted using grounded theory methodology. To design the native model of a happy family based on positive psychology, semi-structured interviews were conducted. A purposive sample of 15 experts, including family specialists, university faculty members, and medical doctors specializing in psychiatry, psychology, and counseling, was selected for the interviews. Using grounded theory and thematic analysis, relevant indicators were extracted.
Findings: A two-round Delphi technique was employed, resulting in the confirmation of 151 indicators, which were categorized into five main components: resilience, self-management, meaning in life, positive family communication, and outcomes.
Conclusion: Therefore, the findings of this study indicate that developing a native model of a happy family based on positive psychology can contribute to strengthening resilience and improving family relationships. These findings may serve as a foundation for designing intervention programs aimed at enhancing family life quality across different communities.
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