Family dynamics and youth wellbeingKuhar, Metka (Avtor) Hall, Elizabeth Dorrance (Avtor) family dynamicsyouth wellbeingpositive childhood experiencesfamily conflictFamilies are complex relational systems in which multiple, often contradic-tory, processes unfold simultaneously. This study examines how adversechildhood experiences (ACEs), exposure to prolonged family conflict, andfamily-based positive childhood experiences (PCEs) relate to mental healthand flourishing among late adolescents and young adults in Slovenia. Onlinepanel-based and targeted field recruitment yielded a sample of 1,059 parti-cipants aged 16–24 years. Multiple regression and simultaneous multipleregression path analysis (PROCESS) indicated that ACEs and prolonged familyconflict were negatively associated with wellbeing (i.e. self-rated mentalhealth and flourishing). Prolonged family conflict explained additional var-iance in self-rated mental health beyond ACEs. Family-based PCEs werepositively associated with wellbeing. This positive association was weakenedwhen prolonged family conflict was included as a moderator. Practicalimplications for youth counselors, educators, and families are discussed.20262026-09-18 09:12:52Članek v reviji188098UDK: 316.6ISSN pri članku: 1532-7698DOI: 10.1080/15267431.2026.2713692COBISS_ID: 287164163sl