Keywords

family functioning, family leisure, family religiosity, family strengths

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between family religiosity, family leisure, and family functioning. The sample consisted of 121 parents and 99 youth from various religious groups. Results indicated a positive relationship between family religiosity and family leisure. Both family religiosity and family leisure had a significant relationship with family functioning in this sample. Data collected from both parents and youth provided insight into the influence of family religiosity and family leisure on family functioning. Family religiosity was the strongest predictor of family functioning for parents. For youth, both family leisure and family religiosity were significant predictors of family functioning. Findings provide specific implications for future family leisure research, as well as for parents and professionals who work with families.

Original Publication Citation

Agate, S., Zabriskie, R., & Eggett, D. (2007). Praying, playing, and successful families: The relationship between family religiosity, family leisure, and family functioning. Marriage and Family Review, 42(2), 51-75.

Document Type

Peer-Reviewed Article

Publication Date

2007

Publisher

Marriage and Family Review

Language

English

College

Marriott School of Business

Department

Experience Design and Management

University Standing at Time of Publication

Full Professor

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