The Influence of the Experiences in Family-Events on Family Identity Formation in Adolescence

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationships among family identity, ego identity and experiences in family-events. One hundred eighty eight university students completed the questionnaire composed of the items of experiences in past and present family-events, Family Identity Scale, and Ego Identity Scale. The main results were as follows: 1. Female students' scores of family identity achievement and experiences of past and present family-events were significantly higher than those of male students. 2. Achievement of family identity was positively related to experiences in past and present family-events. 3. Achievement of ego identity was related to experiences in present family-events. 4. Achievement of family identity was positively related to that of ego identity.