Positive Family Environment in School Adolescents: A Case Study in Azuay

The positive family environment (PFE) was examined in 138 school adolescents from Azuay, Ecuador, using the FAMPOS Scale. Participants (50% female, 50% male) aged 12-17 years were assessed on four dimensions: cooperative, affective, economic, and educational interactions. The results show positive mean scores in all dimensions, with economic interactions (M=3.16) and affective interactions (M=3.13) standing out as the most developed. The correlations between dimensions were positive and significant (r=0.52 to 0.83), with the relationship between affective and cooperative interactions being the strongest (r=0.83). The scale demonstrated excellent reliability (α=0.89). The findings reveal that families prioritize the management of resources and affective bonds, while educational interactions are less developed. These results contribute to the understanding of family dynamics in Latin American contexts and provide bases for family and educational interventions aimed at strengthening the family environment as a protective factor for adolescent development.