The impact of perceived social support and social self-efficacy on resilience ‎among single mothers

Background In Jordan, the number of single mothers is rising, constituting a distinct and neglected population sector. Single women encounter several obstacles as primary carers for their children. Since it is a complicated experience that may affect woman's resilience, influenced by social self-efficacy (SSE) and perceived social support (PSS), this study aims to determine how SSE and PSS influence resilience among single mothers. Methods This research employs a quantitative method. A volunteer group of 534 women in Jordan selected. Three scales were developed to meet the study objectives: PSS, SSE, and resilience. Results The study results indicate that PSS and SSE have a bearing on the resilience of single mothers, that there are no differences in PSS and resilience levels by social status, and that there is a difference in SSE levels by social class, favoring widows. Conclusions The PSS and SSE influence the resiliency of single women, which offers us the key to assisting them in reintegrating with the community following a family break. These women are also impacted by psychological and physical stress.