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A Narrative Review of Perceived Interparental Conflict, Self-Blame and Frustration Tolerance Among Adolescents

Author(s) Mr. Lijoy E J, Dr. Madhulata Yadav
Country India
Abstract Adolescence is a critical developmental stage where the family environment plays a decisive role in emotional adjustment. The present study examines the relationship between perceived interparental conflict, self-blame, and frustration tolerance among adolescents. Grounded in the Cognitive-Contextual Framework (Grych & Fincham, 1990) and Emotional Security Theory (Davies & Cummings, 1994), the study explores how adolescents' interpretation of parental conflict influences self-blaming cognitions and capacity to tolerate frustration. A correlational research design was employed. The sample comprised adolescents aged 13-18 years from secondary and higher secondary schools selected through stratified random sampling. Standardized instruments including Children's Perception of Interparental Conflict Scale (CPIC), Self-Blame Subscale, and Frustration Tolerance Scale were administered. Data were analyzed using Pearson's correlation and multiple regression analysis. Findings revealed a significant positive correlation between perceived interparental conflict and self-blame, indicating adolescents perceiving higher parental conflict tend to blame themselves. Both perceived interparental conflict and self-blame showed significant negative correlation with frustration tolerance. Regression analysis indicated that perceived interparental conflict and self-blame jointly accounted for significant variance in frustration tolerance. The study highlights the need for family-based interventions focusing on healthy conflict resolution and school-based programs to address self-blame and enhance emotional resilience among adolescents.
Keywords Perceived Interparental Conflict, Self-Blame, Frustration Tolerance, Adolescents, Emotional Security
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 8, Issue 5, September-October 2026
Published On 2026-10-04

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