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The Role of Family Support in Managing Anxiety and Depression
Almahdi, Wed
Almahdi, Wed
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This research explores the impact of perceived family support on the management of anxiety and
depression among youth and young adults in Saudi Arabia. Based on a culturally particular
environment, the study investigates how emotional support, familial awareness of distress , and
mental health communication affect psychological well-being. A standardized questionnaire was
filled out by 215 individuals ranging in age from 15 to 31. It assessed family dynamics, mental
health symptoms, and support mechanisms. Descriptive data revealed that, while many
participants reported receiving some type of emotional or practical assistance, talks concerning
mental health were frequently limited or nonexistent, and a significant portion believed their
issues were not taken seriously by family members. Pearson correlation analysis using SPSS
revealed a strong negative connection between perceived family support and anxiety (r = -0.56, p
< 0.01) and depression (r = -0.61, p < 0.01). This indicates that higher levels of family support
are associated with reduced psychological distress. These findings emphasize both the protective
role of family involvement and the cultural barriers to effective communication and support. The
study underlines the need of culturally appropriate mental health methods that increase family
engagement, eliminate stigma, and build emotionally responsive environments in Saudi
households.