Components Of Psychological Well-being Research Articles

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SEXUALITY AND PERSONAL PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING

The article presents the results of a study on the relationship between manifestations of psychological well-being and sexuality. Scientific interest in the problem of sexuality, its relationship with all spheres of personal life continues to expand the understanding of this phenomenon. Sexuality as a phenomenon is included in various aspects of human life. This is a direct way out of the need to study sexuality in relation to the psychological well-being of an individual. Based on the correlation analysis, no significant links were found between the overall total score of psychological well-being and self-esteem of sexuality. At the same time, such components of psychological well-being as self-acceptance, environmental management, and purpose in life are interrelated with self-esteem of sexuality. It was established that this triad acts as a kind of prerequisite for one’s own ideas about sexuality.

Psychometric validation of the Spanish version of the life engagement test: Assessing validity and reliability

The Life Engagement Test (LET) consists of a fast instrument to measure the extent to which individuals identify and participate in valued activities and, therefore, engage in life. It is also a fundamental component of psychological well-being. This study aims to validate the Spanish version of the Life Engagement Test (LET-ES). First, the LET was translated using back-translation methodology, after which a pilot study was tested on 41 individuals. Then, the final version of the LET-ES was administered to a convenience sample of 436 Spanish participants (67,7 % female; 59,6 % aged 18 to 35 years old) to assess its reliability and validity. A subset of 138 participants (70,5 % female, 59,7 % aged 18 to 35 years old) completed a retest. Confirmatory factor analysis, reliability analysis (Cronbach's alpha, McDonald's omega), test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient), measurement invariance across gender and age, as well as convergent validity analyses were conducted. Results confirmed the one-factor structure of the LET-ES. Cronbach's alpha, McDonald's omega, and test-retest analysis yielded satisfactory reliability of the scale. Measurement invariance was established for gender, but not for age. Finally, convergent validity was supported by significant and positive correlations between the LET-ES scores and psychological well-being variables (i.e., purpose in life, satisfaction with life), and significant negative correlations between the LET-ES and psychological discomfort variables (i.e. stress, anxiety, depression). In conclusion, the Spanish version of the LET is a valid and reliable measure to assess life engagement among the Spanish population.

Impact of Social Media on Individuals' Self-esteem

Social media platforms have transformed global communication and interaction, profoundly impacting how individuals perceive themselves and engage with others. In recent years, self-esteem has become a critical component of psychological well-being, influencing various aspects of individuals' lives, including their mental health, interpersonal relationships, and professional success. This review paper aims to provide an overview of the main findings from recent studies on the impact of social media on adolescents and young adults. The findings from this review will be valuable for understanding how social media influences the psychological effects of individuals. Identify gaps in the current literature and propose directions for future research to advance understanding in this field.

Impact of a Multi-Component Physical Activity Intervention on Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults: A Pilot Study

While the positive effects of physical activity (PA) on mental health are well documented, limited research has explored its influence on the positive psychological well-being in elderly individuals. This study examined the effects of a multi-component PA intervention on various facets of psychological well-being among older adults residing in retirement homes. Fifty-eight elderly individuals (mean age = 83.8 years, 76.3% female) residing in retirement homes participated either in either a 12 week multi-component PA intervention program or in an attention control group. Those in the intervention group engaged in supervised group exercise lessons for 45 min, three times per week, and used wearable activity monitors during weekdays over 12 weeks. Assessments were conducted before and after the intervention to measure happiness, life satisfaction, eudaimonic well-being, and depressive symptoms, which are four components of psychological well-being. On average, those in the intervention group attended about 86.9% of group exercise sessions and used the activity trackers for 97.5% of the designated days. Results from linear mixed models indicated that the intervention had a positive effect on happiness in the intervention group, but not in the control group. Nonetheless, no significant differences were found in terms of changes in eudaimonic well-being, life satisfaction, and depressive symptoms between the two groups. This selective impact on different dimensions of psychological well-being implies that subsequent research could explore the integration of more comprehensive components in PA interventions targeting all dimensions of psychological well-being, as each of them is a key aspect of healthy aging and independently related to a range of health outcomes amongst older adults.

Psychological Well-being and the Structure of the teacher’s Agency

Introduction. In positive psychology, psychological well-being is associated with personal resources that ensure creative processes and positive changes in a person’s life and activities. Considering agency as the main professional and personal resource of a teacher for positive transformations in modern education, we assume that agency acts as such a resource provided that the teacher perceives himself as a psychologically prosperous person. Psychological well-being in the study is considered within the framework of the PERMA model and represents the teacher’s self-representation of the main resources of positive functioning (positive emotions, involvement in relationship activities, meaning and achievement in activities) and his experience of happiness and life satisfaction. The purpose of the study is to study the characteristics of the psychological well-being of a modern teacher and the relationship between the components of well-being and the structure of the teacher’s agency.Materials and Methods. The severity of the components of teachers’ subjectivity was studied using the “Structure of agency” questionnaire (E. N. Volkova, I. A. Seregina). To study psychological wellbeing, the Russian version of the PERMA-Profiler questionnaire was used (O. M. Isaeva, A. Yu. Akimova, E. N. Volkova). 447 people participated in the study, of which 376 people. (84.1 %) – women, 71 people. (15.9 %) – men. The average age of study participants was 37.2 years (standard deviation SD=12.5). Work experience – from 1 year to 47 years.Results. The results of the study showed that the general level of well-being, as well as the values of the main components of well-being among modern teachers, is in the range of average values, however, all components of psychological well-being are expressed among teachers to a lesser extent than among representatives of other professional groups and in general among respondents of the Russian sample. Stratification variables that influence the psychological well-being of school teachers are the characteristics of age, work experience, and qualification category. The psychological wellbeing of teachers corresponds to older age, decreased work experience, and a low qualification category (or lack thereof). Psychologically well-off teachers are characterized by a balanced structure of agency, which presupposes uniform and high expression of all its components. Among the components of agency, psychological well-being is most determined by the teacher’s ability to make personal choice and the development of reflection.Discussion and Conclusions. The teacher’s psychological well-being can be considered as a characteristic of his/her professional socialization connected with the level of students' well-being. The actual level of teacher’s psychological well-being is lower than in the general Russian sample and in the sample of other professional pedagogical groups - preschool teachers. The low level of the teacher's psychological well-being can hinder the teacher's professional development. The teacher's psychological well-being is correlated with the teacher’s agency, in particular, with the teacher's activity, choices and responsibility, reflection. A balanced structure of agency is correlated the psychological well-being of teachers and the understanding another person is expressed to a significant extent.

PERFECTIONISM IN STUDENTS WITH DIFFERENT LEVELS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING

The paper presents the results of a study of the relationship between the components of psychological well-being and perfectionism in students. Psychological well-being is a basic subjective construct that expresses a person’s perception and assessment of their functioning, taking into account the existing capabilities. Perfectionism is considered as a personal characteristic that may influence the overall and professional development of students. The description of the internal structure of perfectionism is based on a three-dimensional model of perfectionism developed by Paul L. Hewitt and Gordon Flett.

Domains of Physical Activity and Psychological Well-being of Secondary Teachers

The study by Trajković et al. (2023) underscores the positive impact of physical activity on psychological well-being, particularly emphasizing its influence on socio-emotional capabilities, life satisfaction, positive emotions, self-worth, confidence, and physical competence. This study extends this understanding by investigating the relationship between different physical activity domains and the psychological well-being of secondary education teachers at Alaminos Integrated National High School in Alaminos, Laguna. Utilizing descriptive statistics and Pearson Product Moment Correlation, the study found that most respondents were aged between 33 and 43, with a notable representation of females. Teachers demonstrated knowledge of various physical activities relevant to their occupation and engaged in activities related to transportation, recognizing the diverse benefits of leisure time and domestic activities on overall well-being. The study examines the relationship between domains of physical activity and psychological well-being, revealing notable correlations across various aspects. In the occupational domain, autonomy, environmental mastery, purpose in life, and self-acceptance show significant correlations except for personal growth, while transportation displays a strong and significant relationship with all components of psychological well-being. Similarly, leisure time exhibits a strong correlation with environmental mastery, personal growth, positive relationships, purpose in life, and self-acceptance, but not with autonomy. Likewise, the domestic domain exhibits a strong and significant relationship with all components of psychological well-being. Lastly, these findings shed light on the interconnectedness between domains of physical activity and various aspects of psychological well-being. Thus, the hypothesis positing no significant relationship between these domains was partially rejected.

Comparing the Components of Psychological Well-Being and Emotional Intelligence in Players with and Without Computer Game Addiction in Secondary School Students of Alborz City: A Descriptive Study

Comparing the Components of Psychological Well-Being and Emotional Intelligence in Players with and Without Computer Game Addiction in Secondary School Students of Alborz City: A Descriptive Study

SELF-CARE AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING OF NURSES CARING FOR COVID-19 PATIENTS IN SELECTED HOSPITALS IN BINH DINH, VIETNAM

Background: COVID-19’s emergence put unprecedented strain on Vietnam’s healthcare system, posing a variety of problems to the country’s nursing profession, potentially impacting nurses’ self-care and psychological well-being, and even putting their lives in jeopardy. When caring for many patients, nurses are constantly bombarded with information, producing cognitive overload in terms of safety. This has an influence on their physical and psychological well-being, as well as the risk of mistakes that compromise treatment quality and patient safety. Objectives: To assess the self-care, psychological well-being, and relationship between self-care and psychological well-being of nurse respondents caring for COVID-19 patients in selected hospitals in Binh Dinh, Vietnam. Materials and methods: A descriptive-correlational method was conducted on 180 nurses caring for COVID-19 patients from October 2022 to December 2022. Anchored on a four-point Likert scale, data were obtained using open-access and validated research instruments adopted from the self-care activities screening scale and psychological well-being assessment tool. SPSS software was used to process the data. Results: A total of 180 nurses participated in the study. The 135 participants were female, and 45 participants were male. Self-care was interpreted as "agree" in health consciousness, nutrition, physical activity, and sleep domains, with an overall mean of 3.21, 3.05, and 3.09, respectively. The psychological well-being was interpreted as "agree" in various domains, including autonomy, environmental mastery, personal growth, purpose in life, self-acceptance, and relations with others, with an overall mean of 2.81, 2.89, 3.09, 3.02, 2.85, and 2.89, respectively. Correlational analysis of the significant relationship on the assessment between self-care and psychological well-being of nurse respondents confirmed that: There was a statistically significant relationship between self-care and psychological well-being (p-value 0.000). Conclusions: The assessment of self-care and psychological well-being of nurses caring for COVID-19 patients in selected hospitals in Binh Dinh, Vietnam, confirmed that health consciousness was the strongest component of self-care, while nutrition was the weakest component of self-care; personal growth was the strongest component of psychological well-being, and autonomy was the weakest component of psychological well-being. Moreover, the significant relationships between the self-care and psychological well-being of nurse respondents caring for COVID-19 patients imply that an improvement in self-care would minimally enhance the psychological well-being of nurses.

Одиночество и ориентированность на социум: модерирующая роль возраста, пола и психологического благополучия

<p style="text-align: justify;">Rationale. Loneliness is one of the most common conditions associated with negative consequences for the mental and physical health of a person. The work presents the study of the association between the experience of loneliness and sociotropy, as well as their moderators, such as age, gender, components of psychological well-being. Study Objective. We hypothesized that sociotropy could be a predictor of loneliness, but the power of the effect would be moderated by age-sex characteristics and levels of psychological well-being components. Materials and methods. The study involved 252 adults aged 19-73 years, 59% women. The following methods were used: the Differential Questionnaire for the Experience of Loneliness (K.N. Osin, D.A. Leontiev), the Sociotropy-Self-Sufficiency Questionnaire (O.Yu. Strizhitskaya et al.), the Scale of Psychological Well-Being C. Riff (adapted by L.V. Zhukovskaya, E.G. Troshikhina). Mathematical processing was performed on the basis of IBM SPSS 20.0 software using the PROCESS package (Hayes, 2018). Results. The results of the study confirmed the relationship between sociotropy and loneliness, and also revealed that age, autonomy, environmental mastery and personal growth act as moderators of the strength of this relationship. It was shown that in the older age group, as well as with high indicators of the components of psychological well-being, the strength of the connection between sociotropy and loneliness weakens and loses statistical significance. Conclusion. It can be concluded that the components of psychological well-being act as a resource that reduces one's vulnerability to the negative effects of loneliness.</p>

Can Creativity and Cognitive Reserve Predict Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults? The Role of Divergent Thinking in Healthy Aging

The maintenance of psychological well-being (PWB) in the older adult population is a pivotal goal for our rapidly aging society. PWB is a multicomponent construct that can be influenced by several factors in the lifespan. The beneficial role of divergent thinking (DT) and cognitive reserve (CR) in sustaining older subjects’ PWB has been scarcely investigated so far. The present study aims to investigate the relationships between DT, CR, and PWB in a sample of 121 healthy older adults (61 females; M age: 73.39 ± 6.66 years; M education: 11.33 ± 4.81 years). The results highlight that better DT performance predicts higher CR, which mediates an indirect positive effect of DT on emotional competence, one of the PWB factors. It follows that DT and CR can be considered protective factors in aging, and their effects go beyond cognitive functioning, revealing a positive effect even on some PWB components. The practical implications regarding targeted health interventions for prevention in the older adult population to support well-being and promote healthy aging are discussed.

Професійна успішність як складник психологічного благополуччя особистості

B a c k g r o u n d . The relevance of the study of the problems of psychological well-being of the individual is due to extreme circumstances in the development of human society, which are, for example, the COVID pandemic, local wars, as well as sufficiently high requirements for the professional achievements of the individual in society, which affect the current trends of changes in social interaction. The purpose of the study is to study personal predictors of achieving professional success as a component of psychological well-being. M e t h o d s . The research used theoretical methods (analysis, comparison, generalization, systematization, empirical, namely: 1) The scales of psychological well-being by K. Riff. 2) Optimism and Activity Scale (AOS) by N. Vodopyanova, M. Shtern; 3) SAMOAL questionnaire (A. V. Lazukin, adaptation by N. F. Kalinaya), as well as statistical: correlation analysis according to K. Pearson (r), statistical criterion of significance of difference (Mann – Whitney U-criterion). R e s u l t s . It was found that professionally successful subjects are highly active in combination with adaptability to new situations, internal locus of control and high sociability. A positive worldview is an important attribute of psychological health and well-being, characteristic of professionally successful people. Optimism as a positive life attitude combined with activity (energy) is a psychological resource of individual resistance to professional and life stresses. Reliably significant differences between the groups of professionally successful subjects and the control sample were determined on the scale "orientation in time" and "spontaneity". C o n c l u s i o n s . It is substantiated that the professionally successful researched feelings of subjective well-being are associated with reliable social ties, good health and satisfaction with the activities they perform. It is proved that for the subjects of the control sample, the subjective feeling of well-being is primarily associated with the absence of tension in life, and self-actualization is an important aspect of life creation for professionally successful people. It is argued that professionally successful subjects are satisfied with everyday activities, understand the importance of living here and now, are open to new ideas, opportunities and impressions.

Relationship Between Intensity of Listening to The Song Diri by Tulus and Self-Acceptance in The Solo Tulus Friends Community

Self-acceptance is an essential component of psychological well-being, and music or songs have their potential to contribute to mental health and well-being. This research aims to determine the influence of the intensity of listening to the song Diri by Tulus on self-acceptance in the Teman Tulus Solo Community. The research method used is quantitative with person-product moment correlation. The research population is members of the Teman Tulus Solo Community who follow the official Instagram account @temantulussolo and live in Solo Raya (Surakarta, Boyolali, Sukoharjo, Karanganyar, Wonogiri, Sragen, and Klaten). The sampling technique uses snowball sampling. The total sample size was 102 respondents, consisting of 89 women and 13 men. The instruments in this research were the intensity scale for listening to self-songs (α=0.812) and the Berger Self-Acceptance Scale (α=0.844), distributed online in the form of a Google form to respondents. Based on the correlation test results, there is a significant relationship between the intensity of listening to the song Diri and self-acceptance (p=0.035; r=0.209).

Functions of music, focused on the context of music listening, and psychological well-being in late adolescence regarding gender differences.

Late adolescences, as a developmentally challenging transitional period between childhood and adulthood, provides a number of pressures that impact well-being of youth. Among approaches for facilitating well-being, music is reported to be one of the most effective ones, which was especially proven during Covid-19 pandemic. Given the significance of music and music listening in late adolescence, our study sought to examine the relationship between psychological well-being and music listening among university students (N = 603; Nfemale = 356, Nmale = 247) with a focus on the social, intrapersonal, and sociocultural context of music listening. The RESPECT music scale, the SPWB, and the PANAS were used to measure positive and negative affect as well as the six components of psychological well-being. The findings revealed that, while there were no gender differences in the sociocultural setting, females reported to listen to music more frequently than males in intrapersonal and social contexts. In two areas, female students rated their psychological well-being higher than male students: personal growth and positive relationships with others. They also reported experiencing positive and negative affect more frequently than men. Regression analyses revealed that the functions of music explained only a small amount of the variance in psychological well-being. Specifically, music listening in a social and sociocultural context significantly explained two aspects of psychological well-being: personal growth and positive relations with others. The intrapersonal context of music listening predicted a positive affect, while the social context predicted a negative affect. Our study highlights several implications of music listening in youth regarding gender either in everyday activities or in educational and clinical setting.

Impact of Gratitude and Optimism on Psychological Well-Being

The paper was conducted with the aim to find correlation among Gratitude, Optimism and Psychological Well-being and to find what predicts the psychological well-being the most. Gratitude brings satisfaction and positivity by acknowledging the good in one's life. Optimism equips individuals with the resilience to face adversity and maintain a positive outlook on the future. Both gratitude and optimism play pivotal roles in nurturing and strengthening interpersonal relationships, a critical component of psychological well-being. Research into Optimism, Gratitude and Psychological wellbeing domains was performed. The sample size of 80 was taken (54 belonging to early adulthood and 26 belonging to middle adulthood). Tests like Psychological Well-Being Scale, Life Orientation Test-Revised (LOT-R) and Gratitude, Resentment and Appreciation Scale (GRAT) were used to collect sample data. The results pointed out that Optimism and Psychological Well-being correlation was higher for middle adulthood than early adulthood individuals. Moreover, it could also be derived that Positive Psychological wellbeing can be derived when the person is optimistic in nature

ПРАКТИЧНІ АСПЕКТИ ЗМІЦНЕННЯ ПСИХОЛОГІЧНОГО БЛАГОПОЛУЧЧЯ ПІДПРИЄМЦІВ В УМОВАХ ВІЙНИ

The article presents a theoretical study of practical aspects of strengthening the psychological well-being of middle-aged men. And although in considering the peculiarities of the functioning of entrepreneurship, attention is primarily paid to the economic component, the psychological characteristics of the professional activity of entrepreneurs should not be overlooked. Psychological well-being is defined as a holistic experience of happiness, which is accompanied by a favorable emotional background and meaningfulness of being, as a result of the positive functioning of the individual, satisfaction, coherence and compliance of all levels of existential needs. Psychological well-being is subjective in nature, determined by the degree of satisfaction with life and the correlation of positive and negative emotions; contains the individual's focus on positive functioning, which is expressed in the experience of happiness and satisfaction with personal life. Acceptance of responsibility for one's own life and health, a tendency to self-knowledge and understanding, a clear hierarchy of values, and the ability to accept oneself and others are the criteria of psychological well-being. One of the factors that affects satisfaction with life and professional activities of entrepreneurs is a sense of psychological well-being, the ability to self-accept and implement a personal growth plan; to managing the environment and feeling like the master of one's own life; to setting goals in life and their consistent achievement. Also, the components of psychological well-being include positive relationships with others, including the possession of communication skills in entrepreneurs. Therefore, the study of the features of strengthening psychological well-being and the implementation of this knowledge in the practical sphere can significantly contribute to increasing the success of entrepreneurs in their professional activities. In accordance with the above, it is worth paying attention to considering the features of increasing and strengthening the sense of psychological well-being among entrepreneurs, which will provide the conditions for them to achieve success in their professional activities.

Психологическое благополучие воспитателей дошкольных образовательных учреждений России

<p>The article presents the results of studying the features of psychological well-being of preschool educators of the Russian Federation using the PERMA-Profiler questionnaire adapted for the Russian-speaking sample by O.M. Isayeva, A.Yu. Akimova, E.N. Volkova. The study involved 2135 preschool teachers from 79 regions of 8 federal districts of the Russian Federation. The results of the study showed that teachers have a higher overall level of psychological well-being than in the main Russian sample, as well as higher values of the severity of the components of psychological well-being: "positive emotions", "relationships" with other people, "involvement" in activities, "meaning" and "achievements". The stratification variables associated with the psychological well-being of preschool educators are the characteristics of age, work experience in a certain position, the qualification category of the employee, marital status, the presence of children. The level of education and place of residence do not directly affect the level of psychological well-being.</p>

The Social Factors of Emotion Regulation Strategies: Social Comparison and Psychological Intervention Research

This research paper delves into the complex interplay between social factors, specifically social comparison, and psychological interventions in the realm of emotion regulation. Emotion regulation is a critical component of psychological well-being, and understanding how individuals employ social comparison strategies within the context of psychological interventions are of paramount importance. The paper investigates the effects of various forms of social comparison on emotional responses and the outcomes of psychological interventions, with a particular focus on the Chinese cultural context. It also explores the integration of social comparison principles into psychological intervention approaches and discusses the challenges, gaps, and future directions in this evolving research field.

‘Busy as a bee’: a qualitative dual analysis of life fulfillment among Norwegian competitive recreational athlete mothers in endurance sports

ABSTRACT The purpose of the present study was to explore the experiences of meaning-making relating to psychological well-being (PWB) among Norwegian competitive recreational athlete mothers while training for and competing in different endurance sports. The participants were six Norwegian women in the age range of 35–46 (M age = 39.17) years; all were university college graduates in full-time employment who had at least one child (under 18 years of age) and trained for an average of 10 hours per week. The data collection method was semi-structured interviews and a qualitative dual analysis combining thematic analysis (TA) and interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) was used. This decision was made for obtaining a complex, multi-layered description in both breadth and depth of competitive recreational athlete mothers’ sport experiences. TA resulted in creation of four themes: (a) motivation; (b) sportswoman; (c) body and health; and (d) PWB. The analysis revealed how PWB explained through life fulfillment was pre-eminent in the participants’ sport experiences. The IPA of the meaning-making relating to the life fulfillment theme displayed the importance of a) My game and no shame, b) Solution-focused and adaptable, and c) A sporting life is a fulfilling life. The dual analysis enabled us to unpack different possible meanings of the different PWB components that seem to play an important role in the lifeworld of Norwegian competitive recreational athlete mothers. Future research should continue to make use of various qualitative analytic approaches to investigate key psychosocial aspects of competitive recreational athlete mothers’ sport experiences.

Impact of spiritual values on tourists' psychological wellbeing: evidence from China's Buddhist mountains.

Spiritual values can be a source of meaning for people, and can also determine their feelings, behavior, and mental health. In China's Buddhist mountains, we collected a total of 400 valid questionnaires from Mount Putuo and Mount Jiuhua, and identified spiritual values as transcendence, general connectedness, inner balance, positive life direction, and special religious feelings. We also explored the impact of these spiritual values on tourists' psychological wellbeing according to the PERMA model (positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement). The results revealed that the more easily attained spiritual values (general connectedness, positive life direction, and special religious feelings) had a greater influence on psychological wellbeing than the less easily-attained spiritual values (transcendence and inner balance). Positive emotion and meaning, as components of psychological wellbeing, were strongly influenced by the four spiritual values, whereas engagement, accomplishment, and relationships were influenced by fewer spiritual values. The research contributes to the existing knowledge on spiritual values by analyzing their dimensions and relationships with tourists' wellbeing from different levels, and also provides empirical suggestions for the sustainable development of religious tourism destinations.