Supporting Factors for Grit and Mental Well-Being in Single-parents: An Exploratory Study

Mutia Husna Avezahra; Ananda Puspitasari; Salma Alfiyyah Dienariantie; Tiara Dini Areta; Zulfauzy Abu Hasmy; Ikhwanul Ihsan Armalid

doi:10.31293/mv.v9i1.9135

Supporting Factors for Grit and Mental Well-Being in Single-parents: An Exploratory Study

Mutia Husna Avezahra, Ananda Puspitasari, Salma Alfiyyah Dienariantie, Tiara Dini Areta, Zulfauzy Abu Hasmy, Ikhwanul Ihsan Armalid

Abstract

The growing trend of single-parenthood in Indonesia imposes full childrearing responsibility and unique challenges that significantly impact parental well-being. This study aims to explore how grit supports emotional stability and mental well-being among single-parents in managing dual-role demands. This qualitative, phenomenological study investigates how the psychological construct of grit supports single-parents' emotional stability and their ability to navigate complex daily demands. The sample consisted of three participants characterized by a background of divorce or bereavement. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis. Findings show that participants managed financial, parenting, and work-related challenges through persistence and determination. This grit is heavily bolstered by social support—through emotional and social support, which serves as a primary supporting factor that enables individuals to survive emotionally and maintain their mental stability. These results underscore the importance of resilience-focused interventions, including counseling support, peer-support groups, and community-based programs for single-parents.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.31293/mv.v9i1.9135