Life satisfaction in emerging adulthood: a longitudinal study of social support, resilience, and gender differences

This study contributes longitudinal evidence indicating that social support is positively associated with life satisfaction, both directly and through its associations with psychological resilience. The gender-specific patterns observed in the findings underscore the relevance of developing mental health interventions that consider individual differences in support utilization and coping strategies. These insights may inform theoretical frameworks and guide practical efforts to enhance wellbeing across diverse populations. Future research is encouraged to examine these associations across varying cultural and demographic contexts to further refine theoretical models and improve intervention strategies.