Shivani Singh and Shalini Agarwal
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Uttar Pradesh, India
Pages:33-42
This research investigates how boys and girls residing in government shelter homes
differ in their life skills proficiency. Employing a cross-sectional, descriptive research
design, the study conducts a comprehensive analysis involving 30 adolescents from
Rajkiya Balika Grih, Para, Lucknow, and Rajkiya Balak Grih, Mohan Road, Lucknow.
Two primary data collection instruments include a General Profile Questionnaire
capturing demographic information and a developed and standardized Life Skills Scale
assessing proficiency in communication, problem-solving, decision-making, emotional
management, and interpersonal skills. Descriptive statistics summarize demographic
information and analyze gender differences in life skills development. The findings reveal
nuanced variations, with girls demonstrating significantly higher levels of empathy,
creative thinking, communication, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, decision-making,
and overall life skills. Meanwhile, boys exhibit superior scores in critical thinking,
managing emotion, and coping with stress. Emphasizing the need for tailored, gendersensitive life skills education programs within shelter homes, this research provides
valuable insights for future interventions, educational strategies, and policy formulations
to foster holistic development among boys and girls in these environments.