Comparison of Healthy and Unhealthy Family Functioning Patterns in Hazara and Tajik Ethnic Groups

Authors

  • Zarifullah Ahmadyar Phd Candidate, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Department of Clinical Psychology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran. And Lecturer, Department of Education and Psychology, Balkh University, Balkh, Afghanistan.
  • Mahmood Heidari Department of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran.
  • Mohammad Ali Mazaheri Department of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran.
  • Fereshteh Mootabi Family Therapy Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64226/sarj.v3i01.38

Keywords:

Communication, McMaster Model, Problem Solving, Afghan Families, McMaster Model

Abstract

This study utilized the McMaster Model to compare the healthy and unhealthy functioning of the Hazara and Tajik ethnic groups. This research is fundamentally descriptive in nature and follows a causal-comparative design. A sample of 480 individuals (160 families, each comprising a father, mother, and child) was selected through purposive sampling and convenience distribution of questionnaires. Data were analysed using the chi-square test and SPSS version 27. Results indicated that the Hazara exhibited significantly healthier functioning in problem-solving, role behavior control, and general functioning, but showed less healthy functioning in communication and affective involvement. Conversely, the Tajik showed no significant differences in problem-solving and affective involvement. Still, it displayed healthier functioning in roles and behavioral control, as well as healthier functioning in general. No significant differences were observed between the two groups in affective responsiveness and cohesion. These findings highlight the distinct strengths and weaknesses of each ethnic group, underscoring the need for targeted interventions to enhance performance in areas of weakness.

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Published

2025-06-30

How to Cite

Ahmadyar, Z., Heidari, M., Mazaheri, M. A., & Mootabi, F. (2025). Comparison of Healthy and Unhealthy Family Functioning Patterns in Hazara and Tajik Ethnic Groups. Samangan Academic & Research Journal, 3(01), 1–16. https://doi.org/10.64226/sarj.v3i01.38

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