Učinki partnerskega odnosa na duševno zdravje : magistrsko delo

Jeraj, Jan (avtor), Erzar, Tomaž (mentor)

Magistrsko delo obravnava povezanost med partnerskim odnosom in duševnim zdravjem posameznika. Osredotoča se na vprašanje, kako partnerski status ter dolžina trajanja odnosa vplivata na pojavnost simptomov anksioznosti in depresije. V teoretičnem delu je duševno zdravje opredeljeno kot dinamično stanje psihološkega, čustvenega in socialnega blagostanja. Poseben poudarek je namenjen dejavnikom, kot so čustvena regulacija, socialne in kognitivne veščine ter sposobnost soočanja z življenjskimi izzivi. Predstavljene so tudi najpogostejše duševne motnje, predvsem anksioznost in depresija. V nadaljevanju je obravnavan partnerski odnos kot pomemben kontekst posameznikovega duševnega zdravja. Opisane so njegove ključne značilnosti, kot so zaupanje, varnost, spoštovanje, čustvena povezanost in komunikacija. Posebej je izpostavljen tudi vpliv kakovosti odnosa ter pomen intimnosti in navezanosti, pri čemer lahko partnerski odnos deluje bodisi kot varovalni dejavnik bodisi kot dejavnik tveganja za razvoj duševnih težav. Empirični del temelji na kvantitativni raziskavi, v kateri je bila analizirana povezanost med partnerskim statusom, dolžino odnosa in duševnim zdravjem posameznikov. Podatki so bili zbrani s standardiziranimi vprašalniki za merjenje simptomov anksioznosti in depresije, pri čemer so bile upoštevane tudi razlike glede na spol in stopnjo izobrazbe. Rezultati kažejo, da so posamezniki v daljših in stabilnejših partnerskih odnosih v povprečju poročali o nižjih ravneh anksioznosti in depresivnosti. Hkrati se je pokazalo, da sama prisotnost partnerskega odnosa še ne zagotavlja boljšega duševnega zdravja, temveč ima ključno vlogo njegova kakovost. Ugotovljene so bile tudi nekatere razlike glede na spol in izobrazbo, kar dodatno poudarja kompleksnost obravnavanega področja. Na podlagi rezultatov lahko zaključimo, da imajo partnerski odnosi pomembno vlogo pri duševnem zdravju posameznikov. Kakovostni in podporni odnosi delujejo zaščitno, medtem ko konfliktni ali ne zadovoljujoči odnosi predstavljajo tveganje za razvoj psiholoških težav. Delo tako prispeva k boljšemu razumevanju pomena medosebnih odnosov ter ima uporabno vrednost za svetovalno in terapevtsko prakso.

• Jezik: Slovenski jezik
• Ključne besede: partnerski odnos, duševno zdravje, depresija, anksioznost, kakovost odnosa, socialna podpora, psihološko blagostanje
• Vrsta gradiva: Magistrsko delo/naloga
• Tipologija: 2.09 - Magistrsko delo
• Organizacija: TEOF - Teološka fakulteta
• Status publikacije: Objavljeno
• Različica publikacije: Objavljena publikacija
• Kraj izida: Ljubljana
• Založnik: [J. Jeraj]
• Leto izida: 2026
• Št. strani: VI, 75 str.
• PID: 20.500.12556/RUL-182607
• UDK: 159.913:347.61(034.2)
• COBISS.SI-ID: 282210051
• Datum objave v RUL: 19.05.2026

Sekundarni jezik

• Jezik: Angleški jezik
• Naslov: The effects of partnerships on mental health

Izvleček

The master's thesis examines the relationship between romantic partnerships and an individual's mental health. It focuses on the question of how partnership status and the duration of a relationship influence the occurrence of symptoms of anxiety and depression. In the theoretical section, mental health is defined as a dynamic state of psychological, emotional, and social well-being. Special emphasis is placed on factors such as emotional regulation, social and cognitive skills, and the ability to cope with life’s challenges. The most common mental disorders are also presented, particularly anxiety and depression. Furthermore, the romantic relationship is examined as an important context of an individual’s mental health. Its key characteristics are described, including trust, security, respect, emotional connectedness, and communication. Particular attention is given to the impact of relationship quality and the importance of intimacy and attachment, as romantic relationships can function either as protective factors or as risk factors for the development of mental health problems. The empirical part is based on a quantitative study that analyzed the relationship between partnership status, relationship duration, and individuals’ mental health. Data were collected using standardized questionnaires measuring symptoms of anxiety and depression, while differences based on gender and level of education were also taken into account. The results indicate that individuals in longer and more stable romantic relationships reported, on average, lower levels of anxiety and depression. At the same time, the findings show that merely being in a relationship does not guarantee better mental health; rather, the quality of the relationship plays a crucial role. Certain differences based on gender and education were also identified, further highlighting the complexity of the studied field. Based on the results, it can be concluded that romantic relationships play a significant role in individuals’ mental health. High-quality and supportive relationships serve as protective factors, whereas conflictual or unsatisfying relationships pose a risk for the development of psychological difficulties. The thesis thus contributes to a better understanding of the importance of interpersonal relationships and has practical value for counseling and therapeutic practice.

• Ključne besede: romantic relationship, mental health, depression, anxiety, relationship quality, social support, psychological well-being