Coping Strategies in the Toxic Relationships: A Phenomenological Study of Emerging Adults Coping Strategies in the Toxic Relationships: A Phenomenological Study of Emerging Adults

Mahmudah, Siti, Astutik, Fuji ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3180-432X, Diana, Diana, Rahayu, Diah and Handayani, Nanik (2025) Coping Strategies in the Toxic Relationships: A Phenomenological Study of Emerging Adults Coping Strategies in the Toxic Relationships: A Phenomenological Study of Emerging Adults. Coping Strategies in the Toxic Relationships: A Phenomenological Study of Emerging Adults. ISSN 2345-5802 (Unpublished)

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Abstract

Objective: This study aims to explore how emerging adults cope with the challenges of toxic
relationships, using a qualitative phenomenological approach to delve deeply into their lived
experiences.
Methods and Materials: Data were collected through in-depth interviews with three
participants aged 19–23, all of whom had encountered toxic relationships.
Findings: The analysis revealed that participants relied primarily on two coping strategies:
emotion-focused coping and seeking social support. Emotion-focused coping included
practices like journaling and self-reflection, which helped participants process their emotions.
Seeking social support, on the other hand, involved confiding in close friends or family
members who provided reassurance and advice.
Conclusion: These findings underline the profound impact of toxic relationships on mental
health and highlight the importance of equipping individuals with tools to navigate such
challenges. The results can inform the design of targeted counseling programs that address
specific issues, such as emotional dependency and unhealthy attachment patterns. Moreover,
they have implications for social policies aimed at fostering awareness and resilience among
individuals at risk of entering or remaining in toxic relationships. By understanding how
emerging adults manage these experiences, this research contributes valuable insights into the
psychological and social mechanisms at play, paving the way for interventions that promote
healthier relationships and emotional well-being during this pivotal life stage.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	Toxic Relationship, Coping Strategies, Early Adulthood, Emotional Manipulation, Power Dynamics.
Subjects:	17 PSYCHOLOGY AND COGNITIVE SCIENCES > 1701 Psychology > 170113 Social and Community Psychology
Divisions:	Faculty of Psychology > Department of Psychology
Depositing User:	Fuji Astutik
Date Deposited:	16 Jul 2026 09:56

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