Family Social Support and Family Intrusiveness in Young Adult Women

Abstract

This study reports on the relationship between perceived family social support (FSS) and family intrusiveness (FI) in a sample of young adult women. These family system variables were hypothesized to be inversely correlated. The potential for a positive correlation was also explored to determine whether or not family support can coincide with deleterious intrusive social interaction. Results of the study showed an inverse correlation rather than positive. Implications and directions for future research are discussed.