Hostility of adolescents in relation to family environment and demographics

This study was undertaken to find out the influence of demographic variables and family environment on hostility of adolescents. The study was carried out among college students of the age group of 17–20. Family Environment Scale and Multiphasic Hostility Inventory were administered to the participants. The collected data were statistically analysed using Pearson Product Moment Correlation and ANOVA. The analysis revealed that there is significant positive correlation among the dimensions of hostility. The results also revealed that there exists significant negative correlation between family environment and hostility. The ANOVA results of demographic variable revealed that birth order, education level and locality have significant influence on the components of hostility. But the religion was found to have significant influence on hostility component acting out and guilt. Family environment and selected demographic were found to be significantly influencing the hostility of adolescents. The study concluded that demographic variables with family environment play a crucial role in the hostility of adolescents.