Factors influencing the achievement motiovation and happiness index on communication ability in dental hygiene students

Abstract

Objectives: This study was conducted to find out the factors influencing motivation and happiness index on communication ability for students in dental hygiene. Methods: The purpose of this study was to explain the purpose and method of study to the 172 detntal hygiene students in Area G. Independent t-test, one-way ANOVA, and Tukey test post-test were used for achievement motivation, happiness index, and communication ability according to general characteristics. The correlation between achievement motivation, happiness index, and communication ability was analyzed by Pearson s correlation test. Factors affecting communication ability were performed using stepwise multiple regression. Results: Significant positive correlation was found in achievement motivation and happiness index. The higher the achievement motivation and happiness index, the higher the communication ability. The factors influencing communication ability were achievement motivation, life satisfaction, and positive affect. Conclusions: The higher the achievement motivation and happiness index, the higher the ability to communicate. It is considered that it is necessary to develop various educational programs that can improve communication skills.