The Psychological and Emotional Challenges Faced by Adult Orphans: A Contemporary Analysis

1. Introduction 1.1 Background of the Study 1.2 Research Objectives 1.3 Significance of the Study 1.4 Structure of the Thesis 2. Literature Review 2.1 Definition of Adult Orphans 2.2 Historical Context 2.3 Theoretical Frameworks 2.4 Previous Research Findings 2.5 Identified Research Gaps 3. Psychological Challenges 3.1 Identity and Self-Concept 3.2 Grief and Bereavement 3.3 Anxiety and Depression 3.4 Coping Mechanisms 4. Emotional Impact 4.1 Emotional Loneliness 4.2 Relationship Dynamics 4.3 Trust and Attachment Issues 4.4 Resilience and Vulnerability 5. Methodology 5.1 Research Design 5.2 Participant Selection 5.3 Data Collection Methods 5.4 Data Analysis Techniques 5.5 Ethical Considerations 6. Analysis and Findings 6.1 Quantitative Analysis Results 6.2 Qualitative Analysis Insights 6.3 Interpretation of Findings 6.4 Comparison with Previous Studies 7. Discussion 7.1 Implications for Theory 7.2 Implications for Practice 7.3 Limitations of the Study 7.4 Recommendations for Future Research 8. Conclusion 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Contributions to Knowledge 8.3 Closing Remarks