Positive Family Support Research Articles

Longitudinal panel networks of risk and protective factors for early adolescent suicidality in the ABCD sample.

Rates of youth suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs) are rising, and younger age at onset increases vulnerability to negative outcomes. However, few studies have investigated STBs in early adolescence (ages 10-13), and accurate prediction of youth STBs remains poor. Network analyses that can examine pairwise associations between many theoretically relevant variables may identify complex pathways of risk for early adolescent STBs. The present study applied longitudinal network analysis to examine interrelations between STBs and several previously identified risk and protective factors. Data came from 9,854 youth in the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study cohort (Mage = 9.90 ± .62 years, 63% white, 53% female at baseline). Youth and their caregivers completed an annual measurement battery between ages 9-10 through 11-12 years. Panel Graphical Vector Autoregressive models evaluated associations between STBs and several mental health symptoms, socioenvironmental factors, life stressors, and substance use. In the contemporaneous and between-subjects networks, direct associations were observed between STBs and internalizing symptoms, substance use, family conflict, lower parental monitoring, and lower school protective factors. Potential indirect pathways of risk for STBs were also observed. Age-specific interventions may benefit from prioritizing internalizing symptoms and early substance use, as well as promoting positive school and family support.

Family resilience experiences of individuals with schizophrenia-family caregivers dyads: Qualitative study.

INTRODUCTION: Family resilience is one of the important concepts that should be addressed in chronic mental illnesses. This study was aimed at investigating family resilience experiences from the perspective of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia-family caregiver dyads. The study was conducted in the Adult Psychiatry inpatient and outpatient unit of a university hospital in a province in western Turkey using the phenomenological method. By using the purposeful sampling method, 20 participants were selected in the study. Of them, 10 were family caregivers and 10 were patients diagnosed with schizophrenia. The results of the study were analysed with a dyadic approach within the framework of key processes of Walsh family resilience model. The directed content analysis method was used to analyse the data obtained from the study. COREQ checklist was used to report the research. After the analysis, the following five main themes emerged: positive cognitions, routines, family support, intra-family communication and love as a healing force. Family resilience is a structure shaped by the relationship between family members. The factors that contribute to the individual diagnosed with schizophrenia-caregiver dyads' ability to overcome difficulties in family resilience are discussed in line with the relevant literature. Intervention programs should be implemented to create an environment of love by improving relationships and communication in the family, improving problem solving and increasing support resources.

The Correlation Between Family Support with The Quality of Life of School-Age Children with Thalassemia

Introduction: Thalassemia is a severe disease affecting many school-aged children, characterized by symptoms such as weakness and paleness due to low hemoglobin levels. These children often require routine blood transfusions, which can lead to several side effects impacting their quality of life. Generally, the quality of life for school-aged children with thalassemia is lower than that of their healthy peers. Family support is one factor that can influence the quality of life of children with thalassemia. This study investigated the relationship between family support and quality of life in school-aged children with thalassemia at Immanuel Way Halim Hospital, Bandar Lampung.Methods: The research design was descriptive-analytic with a cross-sectional approach. The sample included all school-aged thalassemia patients in the Edelweiss Hospital room at Immanuel Way Halim, totaling 28 respondents. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, with inclusion criteria being school-aged thalassemia patients (ages 7 to 18 years) who could communicate well. Data analysis was conducted using the Chi-square test.Results: The results indicated that 19 respondents (67.9%) had positive family support, and 14 (50%) had a high quality of life. Statistical analysis showed a p-value of 0.027 (<0.05).Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between family support and the quality of life of children with thalassemia in the Edelweiss Hospital room at Immanuel Way Halim, Bandar Lampung.

Concept Analysis of Resilience in Adolescent Living with HIV: Review of Limitations and Implications

Resilience is characterized by ‘the ability to bounce back from challenge and adversity’. However, being Adolescent Living with HIV (ALHIV) give larger challenges on an individual throughout their life because of their characteristic and illness. After all, positive results such as resilience are also feasible, yet knowledge on resilience in ALHIV remains limited and resilience assessment methods continue to be debated and need further clarification of the concept of resilience is needed about this population. In recent years, empirical research on resilience has grown, criticism have been mostly concentrates on ambiguity definition and implications. This concept analysis aims to identify the concept of the resilience ALHIV by identifying the attributes that determine the concept, antecedents and consequences. This study tries to discover the traits that determine the concept of resilience in ALHIV using Walker and Avant’s approach, with searches performed in the CINAHL, PubMed, Science Direct and PsycInfo. The results of the analysis reveal the resilience antecedents of ALHIV such as coping strategy, illness acceptance, positive adaptation, self-efficacy, positive future expectation, emotional regulation, family support, school connectedness and healthcare support. The consequences of the concept of resilience in ALHIV include positive outcomes include improved adherence to treatment, psychological well-being, positive coping strategy, better school performance and positive social relationship.

Unveiling student academic resilience in language learning: a structural equation modelling approach

This paper aims to investigate the internal structure of student academic resilience in language learning, to assess its global and dimensional levels and to examine the gender and age-related differences. Therefore, 1,653 English as a foreign language (EFL) learners, including junior and senior high school students were selected as participants to complete the questionnaires. The results of exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses unveiled a four-factorial structure of student academic resilience in English learning, including positive individual characteristics, family support, teacher support and peer support. In addition, there were no significant differences between male and female students in terms of academic resilience in English learning and its four subdimensions. Only the level of family support for junior high school students was significantly higher than that of senior high school students. The findings, implications, and limitations of language learning academic resilience were discussed.

Existence of Registered/Unregistered Marriage Clauses in Family Cards from a Family Law Perspective

<em>Family plays a central role in maintaining the stability and continuity of a nation, and marriage is the primary foundation for forming a legally recognized family. The Family Card records marital status and holds a crucial role in family administration and the legal rights of family members. However, practices in the field often do not align with the rules of recording marriages in the Family Card. This research aims to examine the influence of marriage clauses in the Family Card on the legal status of marriage from the perspective of family law, as well as its impacts in the social context. Using a normative legal research method, with a legislative approach and data from relevant legal documents, this study contributes to understanding and addressing family law issues in Indonesia while adapting to the diverse social and religious realities of the community. The research findings show that recording marriage in the Family Card has a significant impact from the perspective of family law in Indonesia. Recorded status in the Family Card provides legal certainty, better legal protection, and easier access to rights and benefits. Conversely, "Not Recorded" status can create legal uncertainty, obstacles in obtaining rights and benefits, and a higher risk of legal consequences in divorce and inheritance rights. The social impacts of the existence of marriage clauses recorded or not recorded in the Family Card are diverse. Recorded marriages create positive social recognition, family support, and easier access to social programs, while unrecorded marriages can result in social stigma, discrimination, and uncertainty regarding the rights of children born from such marriages.</em>

Barriers in exclusive breastfeeding encountered by mothers in urban slum area of a metropolitan city.

Breastfeeding is considered the most important source of nutrients for the baby. But owing to ignorance, lack of education, and cultural norms, exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is not done by majority of the mothers. Hence, this study is carried out to determine various barriers faced by the mothers that influenced their decision on EBF. A descriptive qualitative study was conducted among the mothers whose children were less than 1 year of age visiting a well-baby clinic and Immunisation OPD of Urban Health Centre catering to the Urban Slum of Malvani in the Metropolitan city of Mumbai. In-depth interviews (IDIs) were done with 17 participants from August to November 2022. Thematic analysis was conducted on the qualitative data obtained. Four major themes were generated from the transcripts. They are -barriers and concerns faced by mothers to exclusively breastfeed, enablers/motivators, sources of knowledge regarding EBF, and breastfeeding practices. Various barriers faced by mothers were gaps in knowledge, maternal Illness, religious reasons, inadequate milk production, bias toward top feeds, lack of autonomy to take decisions, and cultural norms, while positive family support, good knowledge about breastfeeding, and a supportive home environment motivated mothers to exclusively breastfeed their infants. Sources of knowledge were identified to be doctors and health care workers, mothers/mothers-in-law, sisters, friends, and social media. There are various challenges as well as motivators identified for EBF. Barriers, such as gaps in knowledge, and the negative influence of social media can be improved upon by health education. Therefore, it is crucial to teach expectant mothers as well as families about breastfeeding. Additionally, we advise stepping up public health education initiatives to support breastfeeding.

Quality of Life in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease

Chronic kidney disease results in decreased kidney function in filtering metabolic waste so patients must receive replacement therapy for kidney function, one of which is hemodialysis. Hemodialysis therapy aims to achieve optimal health and a better quality of life. This study aims to determine the relationship between compliance to hemodialysis therapy and the quality of life of chronic kidney disease patients. This type of research is a descriptive correlation with a cross-sectional design. The research sample was 106 respondents using a purposive sampling technique. Statistical test using SPSS statistics 29 with Spearman correlation test. The results showed a p-value of 0.438 > α 0.05 so it was concluded that there was no significant relationship between compliance with the quality of life of chronic kidney disease patients. The quality of life tends to be good in the majority of hemodialysis patients because there is positive family, social and environmental support so that patients feel that hemodialysis therapy is not a burden. Quality of life is influenced by 4 components, namely physical, psychological, social, and environmental. Compliance is included in one of the physical components where there are several other components and factors that can support the improvement of the quality of life of hemodialysis patients besides compliance

Implementation of Farming Acvities to Increase Early Childhood Self-Confidence

Background. This approach can be used in the context of early childhood education to promote personal development. Purpose. The aim of this study was to explore the role of agriculture in developing self-esteem in childhood. The research used was a controlled group experiment designed with 15 children aged 4-5 years as the research sample. Method. Data collection was carried out by measuring the level of self-esteem and recording the frequency of participation in agriculture. Results. The results of the study show that there is a significant relationship between working in the fields and increasing self-esteem in early childhood. Children involved in agriculture have increased their self-esteem. Farming gives children the opportunity to gain confidence in their abilities, overcome obstacles and learn to be independent. In addition, controlling for factors such as age, gender, socioeconomic background, family support, and parental involvement also influence children's development. Older age, positive family support, and parental involvement in farming are positively related to children's self-esteem. Lastly, the use of agricultural activities can be a good idea in developing self-esteem in early childhood. Conclusion. The recommendation of this study is to consider integrating agriculture into early childhood education programs and involve parents as key partners in this activity.

“I’m a good mother; I play with her; I love her”: The motherhood experience of women with intellectual disabilities from empowering and intersectional approaches

BackgroundDespite the growing recognition of the right of women with disabilities to become mothers, this right remains significantly under-fulfilled among women with intellectual disabilities (ID). Whereas the voice of mothers with ID has begun being heard in research, most studies still focus on the barriers to motherhood and the difficulties associated with childrearing. ObjectiveThe study aims to understand and describe the subjective experiences of mothers with ID, focusing on positive aspects from empowering and intersectional approaches. MethodSemi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 mothers with ID who live in the community and raise their children. ResultsFour themes emerged from the interviews: (1) A dream that came through; (2) Motherhood as an empowering process; (3) The intersection between the disability identity and the motherhood identity; (4) Family involvement as a resource and a challenge. ConclusionsThe findings highlight the need to meet the mothers' twofold identity in an empowering way by constructing a more positive disability identity and further cultivating their motherhood identity. They also highlight the important role of the family in supporting mothers with ID. A positive disability identity and family support are needed to increase these women's emotional well-being and overall quality of life.

Retention of service users on opioid substitution therapy in the City of Tshwane, South Africa.

Opioid substitution therapy (OST) is evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorders and, when taken as maintenance therapy, has proven health and social benefits. The benefits of OST are achieved through the retention of service users in the treatment programme. To identify factors that affected retention of service users who had OST interrupted in less than 6 months of being in an OST programme. This qualitative study was conducted with 19 service users from eight Community-Oriented Substance Use Programme (COSUP) sites in the City of Tshwane, Gauteng, South Africa. Participants were COSUP service users who had interrupted OST in less than 6 months since initiation and were purposefully selected from all COSUP sites. Demographic information was obtained and four focus group discussions covered challenges of OST retention. Discussions were recorded, transcribed and qualitatively analysed using Attride-Stirling's thematic networks framework. The 19 participants were all male, mostly black African, with a mean age of 26 years. Facilitators of retention in OST were individual readiness to change OST accessibility, positive family and peer support, treatment monitoring, understanding and managing expectations of service users, contribution in society and meaningful opportunities for engagement. Barriers were the cost of OST, bureaucracy within the programme, inability to communicate challenges timeously and effectively to treatment providers, boredom, cravings and poverty. Opioid substitution therapy programmes can ensure a holistic approach to prevent and treat harms related to illicit opioid use if they remain person-centred and are well-funded.Contribution: Understanding the barriers to, and facilitators of retention on OST can contribute to improved community-based service delivery.

Multiple modifiable maternal, household and health service factors are associated with maternal nutrition and early breastfeeding practices in Burkina Faso.

Low coverage of effective nutrition interventions in many high-burden countries, due to service provision and demand factors, result in poor uptake of recommended practices and nutrition outcomes. We examined the factors that influence maternal nutrition and early breastfeeding practices and determined the extent that the key factors could improve these practices in two regions in Burkina Faso. We used household survey data among pregnant (n = 920) and recently delivered women (n = 1840). Multivariable regression analyses were conducted to identify the determinants of a diverse diet and iron-folic acid (IFA) supplement consumption, weight monitoring during pregnancyand early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF). Population attributable risk analysis was used to estimate how much the outcomes can be improved under optimal conditions of interventions that address the modifiable determinants. During pregnancy, 21% of women achieved minimum diet diversity (MDD-W), 70% consumed 90+ IFA tabletsand 65% were weighed 4+ times; EIBF was 40%. Nutrition knowledge was associated with MDD-W (odds ratio [OR]: 3.2), 90+ IFA (OR: 1.5)and EIBF (OR: 1.9). Positive social norms and family support were associated with 90+ IFA (OR: 1.5). Early and 4+ ANC visits were associated with 90+ IFA (OR: 1.5 and 10) and 4+ weight monitoring (OR: 6.2). Nutrition counselling was associated with 90+ IFA (OR: 2.5) and EIBF (OR: 1.5). Under optimal programme conditions, 41% of women would achieve MDD-W, 93% would consume 90+ IFA, 93% would be weighed 4+ timesand 57% would practice EIBF. Strengthening the delivery and uptake of interventions targeted at these modifiable factors has the potential to improve maternal nutrition practices.

‘He was a brilliant student but became mad like his grandfather’: an exploratory investigation on the social perception and stigma against individuals living with mental health problems in Bangladesh

BackgroundWorldwide, mental health issues constitute a substantial threat to people’s social, economic, and mental well-being and contribute significantly to many fatalities each year. In Bangladesh, people with mental health issues typically delay contacting health professionals because they prefer traditional or religious healers. Moreover, the situation is exacerbated by a lack of awareness, social stigma, and negative perception of sufferers of mental health issues on the part of families and the community. Therefore, this paper investigates the social perception and stigmatization of individuals living with mental health problems and their caregivers in Khulna, Bangladesh.MethodsData were collected from university students with concurring mental health issues as well as their closest caregivers, who had in-depth knowledge of the problem and a willingness to take care of the individuals with mental health issues. Following the criteria for data collection, eight individuals living with mental health problems and five caregivers were purposively selected for this research. A semi-structured in-depth interview guide was used for the confidential data collection process, which took place in November and December 2021, and each interview lasted 40–50 min on average.ResultsThis study used thematic analysis to present the results; the findings showed that: individuals afflicted with mental health problems sought both medical and spiritual support to recover. Those with mental health issues who received positive family support recovered relatively faster than those who did not. However, negative social perception and stigmatization were the key impediments for individuals suffering from mental health problems and their families, as they found it difficult to discuss their issues with relatives and communities when attempting to access support or seek remedies. Moreover, the commonality of social stigmas, such as labeling mental health problems as equal to ‘madness,’ hindered disclosure to family members, peers, and the community.Conclusion and recommendationsIn Bangladesh, the majority of individuals living with mental health problems are stigmatized and do not receive emotional support. Hence, we suggest nationwide community-based awareness-building programs to promote more positive perceptions of the fight against mental health disorders. Furthermore, counseling and awareness-building programs for effective discouragement of non-scientific remedies such as spiritual healing, as well as diagnosis and medication at the primary stage of sickness, are recommended for early detection and better medical assistance.

Factors Associated With Diabetes Self-Care Behaviors of People With Visual Impairment: A Cross-Sectional Study.

The purpose of the study was to examine the factors associated with diabetes self-care behaviors (DSCB) in people with visual impairment (PVI), including demographics, disease-related characteristics, and psychosocial factors (self-efficacy, depression, and family support). A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted. Adults with visual impairment and diabetes were recruited online and through posting notices, and a total of 141 participants were included. Measurements were completed using email and telephone surveys. Multiple linear regression analysis was performed to examine the factors associated with DSCB. Higher self-efficacy and positive family support were significant predictors of better DSCB, whereas higher negative family support was a significant predictor of worse DSCB. Diabetes medication regimen was another major influencing factor on DSCB. However, depression was not associated with DSCB. Diabetes interventions for the visually impaired should have strategies to improve vulnerable areas of diabetes self-care, such as blood glucose monitoring. Health care providers are needed to consider diabetes education programs focused on improving self-efficacy or include family members in interventions to promote DSCB in PVI. Further studies are required to understand the problems and solutions for diabetes self-care in this population.

Preventing Substance Abuse in Adolescents: A Review of High-Impact Strategies.

Substance abuse has been an intractable societal concern in the US for more than half a century. The recent opioid epidemic has only accentuated this problem. Adolescents are significant long-term contributors to the crisis due to their susceptibilities to drug abuse and impressionable age. This review examines the particular vulnerabilities of the adolescent brain to drug abuse and the risk and protective factors thereof, especially in light of the Rat Park studies. In addition, the article provides an overview of the evidence-based prevention program registries and offers detailed summaries of two: Blueprints for Healthy Youth Development (Blueprints) and the Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP). By combining inputs from Blueprints and WSIPP, five programs with the highest benefit-cost ratios (BCR) were identified: Functional Family Therapy, Positive Family Support, Lifeskills Training, Positive Action, and Good Behavior Game. In light of their outstanding characteristics, these programs are poised to be widely implemented and to make a measurable difference in the fight against substance and opioid abuse.

Digital Technology and Media Use by Adolescents: Latent Class Analysis.

BackgroundDigital technology and media use is integral to adolescents’ lives and has been associated with both positive and negative health consequences. Previous studies have largely focused on understanding technology behaviors and outcomes within adolescent populations, which can promote assumptions about adolescent technology use as homogeneous. Furthermore, many studies on adolescent technology use have focused on risks and negative outcomes. To better understand adolescent digital technology use, we need new approaches that can assess distinct profiles within study populations and take a balanced approach to understanding the risks and benefits of digital technology use.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to identify profiles of adolescent technology use within a large study population focusing on four evidence-based constructs: technology ownership and use, parental involvement, health outcomes, and well-being indicators.MethodsAdolescent-parent dyads were recruited for a cross-sectional web-based survey using the Qualtrics (Qualtrics International, Inc) platform and panels. Technology use measures included ownership of devices, social media use frequency, and the Adolescents’ Digital Technology Interactions and Importance scale. Parent involvement measures included household media rules, technology-related parenting practices, parent social media use frequency, and the parent-child relationship. Health outcome measures included physical activity, sleep, problematic internet use, and mental health assessments. Well-being indicators included mental wellness, communication, and empathy. We used latent class analysis (LCA) to identify distinct profile groups across the aforementioned 4 critical constructs.ResultsAmong the 3981 adolescent-parent dyads recruited, adolescent participants had a mean age of 15.0 (SD 1.43) years; a total of 46.3% (1842/3981) were female, 67.8% (2701/3981) were White, and 75% (2986/3981) lived in a household with an income above the poverty line. The LCA identified 2 discrete classes. Class 1 was made up of 62.8% (2501/3981) of the participants. Class 1 participants were more likely than Class 2 participants to report family-owned devices, have lower technology importance scores, have household technology rules often centered on content, have positive parent relationships and lower parent social media use, and report better health outcomes and well-being indicators.ConclusionsFindings from this national cross-sectional survey using LCA led to 2 distinct profile groups of adolescent media use and their association with technology use and parent involvement as well as health and well-being outcomes. The two classes included a larger Class 1 (Family-Engaged Adolescents) and a smaller Class 2 (At-Risk Adolescents). The findings of this study can inform interventions to reinforce positive technology use and family support.

The Relationship Between Family Support and Depression among Patient with Renal Failure Patients

Background: Family support is an essential factor supporting psychological conditions during hemodialysis. 
 Purpose: We analyzed the relationship between family support and depression in kidney failure patients undergoing hemodialysis in Hemodialysis Room Dr. Saiful Anwar Hospital Malang 
 Methods: A cross-sectional study was used. Sample selection technique determined by quota sampling method then 107 patients were obtained as participants. Data were collected using MOS-Social Support Survey (MOS-SSS) & Zung Self-Rating Depression Scale (ZSDS) questionnaire. Data analysis used the Spearman Rho test with α = 0.05. 
 Results: Data showed that 48 respondents (44.9%) had sufficient family support. Most of the respondents, 46 respondents (43%), experienced mild depression. The statistical test showed a significant relationship between family support and depression with p < 0.001. Relationship strength value (r) is -0.530 or negative, and family support is inversely related to the incidence of depression. The correlation strength category is vital.
 Conclusions: There is a significant relationship between family support and depression in patients with kidney failure in Hemodialysis Room Dr. Saiful Anwar Hospital. The study suggests that the nurse provides family education to encourage positive family support.

Are There Common Correlates of Adolescents’ Sport Participation and Screen Time?

ABSTRACT Objective: This study aimed to identify intrapersonal, interpersonal, and environmental correlates of leisure-time participation in sports and examine whether they are also associated with screen-time among adolescents. Methods: Adolescents from eight schools in Victoria, Australia were recruited for this study. Participants (n = 400) comprised of an even distribution of boys (51%) and girls (49%) aged 12–16 years. Their engagement in leisure-time activities (including sports and screen-time) and 13 potential correlates were self-reported. Multinomial logistic regression analyses examined correlates of sports and screen-time participation categories, accounting for clustering by school and adjusting for significant sociodemographic characteristics. Results: The majority (76%) participated in leisure-time sports and exceeded screen-time recommendations (<2 h/day) on both weekdays (69%) and weekend days (85%). Greater internal motivation for sports was positively associated with sports participation and inversely associated with screen-time on weekend days, respectively. Fewer barriers, positive family and coach support and more neighborhood sporting opportunities were significantly associated with greater sports participation. Neighborhood social norms were inversely associated with sports participation. Preference for sports was associated with less weekday and weekend screen-time. Friend support for sports was inversely associated with weekday screen-time. Access to sports facilities in the local neighborhood was associated with more weekday and weekend screen-time. Conclusion: Internal motivation for sports was associated with both sports participation and less screen-time. Preference for leisure-time sports and friend support for sports were associated with less screen-time. Future research should continue to explore common correlates of multiple leisure-time behaviors to inform the development of effective intervention strategies.

Factors Related to Implementation Covid-19 Vaccination in the Elderly

Covid-19 vaccination is the government's way to fight and deal with COVID-19 in Indonesia. There are still many groups of people who refuse the Covid-19 vaccine for various reasons. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors related to the implementation of the covid-19 vaccination in the elderly in the working area of ​​the Satellite Inpatient Health Center in Bandar Lampung City in 2021. Design This research is analytic with cross sectional approach. The number of samples in this study were 81 respondents, the sampling technique was Cluster Random Sampling, bivariate analysis using Chi Square. The results of the univariate study showed that respondents with good knowledge were 31 (38.27%), respondents with positive attitudes 47 (58.03%), respondents with positive family support 55 (67.91%), respondents with positive staff support 46 (56 ,80%). The results of the bivariate test showed that there was a significant relationship between knowledge, attitude, family support, and support from health workers with the implementation of the covid-19 vaccination in the Work Area of ​​the Bandar Lampung Satellite Inpatient Health Center in 2021.

Civic Engagement, Social Support, and Sense of Meaningfulness in Life of Adolescents Living in Hong Kong: Implications for Social Work Practice.

Little is known about the moderation effect of social support on youth’s civic engagement and meaning in life. To address this research gap, the current study examines the relationship among civic engagement, different sources of social support (family, significant others, and friends), and sense of meaningfulness in life. 1330 High school students in Hong Kong were recruited to participate into a survey in this study. Hierarchical regression analysis was used to examine the possible moderation effect of social support on youth’s civic engagement and meaning in life. The results indicate a positive association between civic engagement and the sense of meaningfulness in life. Social support from family and significant others is also found to be associated positively with the sense of meaningfulness in life. Surprisingly, a negative moderation effect of social support from friends is found in the relationship between civic engagement and the sense of meaningfulness in life, which reminds us to reconsider the nature of friendship support. The results suggest that the government and social workers should continue to facilitate youth participation in civic engagement. Further, more focus should be put on nurturing positive family relationships and support from significant others, from which youth’s sense of meaningfulness can be enhanced.