FINANCIAL WELL-BEING AS A PREDICTOR OF HEDONIC HAPPINESS AND PSYCHOLOGICAL RESILIENCE AMONG MARRIED COUPLES

Abstract

Understanding the dynamics of well-being within marital relationships is crucial for promoting emotional stability and life satisfaction. This study explores how financial well-being influences hedonic happiness and psychological resilience among married couples, providing valuable insights into gender differences and emotional functioning in relationships. Using a quantitative research design, data were collected from a targeted sample of 200 married individuals (100 males and 100 females) residing in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Standardized instruments were employed, including the Brief Resilience Scale (BRS; α = .80), the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Financial Well-Being Scale (CFPB; α = .90), and the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS; α = .70). Results revealed a significant positive correlation between psychological resilience (BRS) and positive affect (PANAS) (r = .295**), suggesting that individuals with higher resilience tend to experience more positive emotions. Gender differences were also observed. Males scored higher in financial well-being compared to females, while females demonstrated greater psychological resilience. Additionally, males reported slightly higher scores on both positive and negative affect compared to their female counterparts. These findings contribute to the growing body of literature in positive psychology and highlight the role of emotional and financial well-being in marital satisfaction. The implications of these findings are discussed in the context of promoting resilience and happiness among couples.