Effect of Gender and Domicile on Adolescent Problems in Kashmir

Authors: [1] Mohammad Altaf Paul [2] Firdous Ah Var 3] Rifat Sarosh [4] Sumaira Jan [5] Roohi Jan [6] Showkat Ah Shah

Pages: 1-3

Abstract:

Adolescence is the challenging and crucial period of development. The individual faces challenges both at biological as well as psychosocial level. These challenges if not handled properly, can lead to emotional and adjustment problems. The present study was carried out on adolescent population to explore the different adolescent problems across gender and domicile. It was a cross-sectional study comprising of 200 school going students of both genders, in the age range of 16-20 years, equally from rural and urban background. Youth problem inventory was administered on students. The data obtained was analysed by two way Analyses of variance. Results revealed significant difference between rural and urban participants in different domains of youth problems. Significant gender difference was also observed in the domain of personal and family problems. The findings highlight the need of special prevention and intervention programmes for such adolescents.