Satisfaction With Life Scale Research Articles

Resilience as a Personality Trait and Stress Coping Styles: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of a Paramedic Student Cohort

Background/Objectives: Resilience, defined as the ability to adapt and cope effectively with stress, plays a crucial role in preparing candidates for the paramedic profession. This study aimed to assess the resilience intensity as a personality trait and identify stress-coping styles among paramedic candidates. Methods: A cross-sectional cohort study was conducted across multiple Polish universities offering bachelor’s degree programs in emergency medical services. The study included 138 participants (56 females, 82 males, aged 18–51). Data collection involved demographic surveys and standardized tools, including the Polish version of the Resilience Scale (SPP-25), the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), and the Coping Inventory for Stressful Situations (CISS). Results: The study revealed a positive correlation between resilience and age (p = 0.002). Males exhibited significantly higher resilience compared to females (p = 0.0004). While both genders demonstrated average life satisfaction (SWLS), men scored significantly higher (p = 0.0082). Task-oriented coping strategies were predominant among all participants, but females scored higher in emotion-oriented coping (p = 0.0003). Resilience was positively correlated with task-oriented coping (0.4872) and negatively correlated with emotion-oriented coping (−0.4727). Conclusions: These findings emphasize the importance of resilience in paramedic training and selection, as it significantly influences stress management and professional performance in high-pressure situations.

The impact of long COVID on quality of life and work performance among healthcare workers in Portugal.

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a multisystem infectious disease which affected 5.7 million people in Portugal. A subgroup of patients experienced long-term effects from the infection, now referred to as long COVID. Long COVID can considerably reduce the quality of life (QoL) of affected patients. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of long COVID on QoL and work performance among healthcare workers (HCWs) in Portugal. A cross-sectional correlational survey was performed in 348 HCWs employed either in hospitals, or non-hospital health facilities in Portugal. Participants completed an online survey using Google Forms between May and June 2024, which consisted of multiple-choice questions and took less than 10 min to fill out. Long COVID was considered present if the defined symptoms started at least 3 months after the primary infection of COVID-19, and persisted for at least 2 months. The outcome measures were performance at work and QoL. Performance at work was measured using a seven-point Likert scale and QoL was evaluated using the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). Data was analyzed using SPSS. A total of 277 participants (79.6%) had history of SARS-CoV-2 infection, and 223 participants (64.1%) reported a history of long COVID. Extreme fatigue was reported by 158 participants (57.0%), cognitive dysfunction by 118 participants (42.6%), shortness of breath by 76 participants (27.4%), and persistent cough by 168 participants (60.6%). In the multivariate analysis, long COVID was significantly associated with lower SWLS scores indicating that long COVID negatively impacted QoL. Having two or more chronic diseases showed a trend towards lower performance, and extreme fatigue and cognitive dysfunction showed strong negative associations with performance. Based on a national sample of HCWs (348 individuals), a high percentage of participants (64.1%) reported a history of long COVID. These results suggest that HCWs in Portugal have a prevalence of the disease similar to that of the worldwide population. Concerning performance at work, having two or more chronic diseases showed a trend towards lower performance, as well as extreme fatigue and cognitive dysfunction. Interestingly, we found a negative association between being a clinical secretary and SWLS. This might be explained by the specific challenges or stressors faced by clinical secretaries, which could negatively impact their QoL. In conclusion, long COVID was prevalent in the studied sample of HCWs and had a negative impact on their QoL. Extreme fatigue and cognitive dysfunction were strongly negatively associated with performance. This suggests the need for targeted care for HCWs as a group. The results of this study can guide healthcare authorities in addressing important long-term consequences that should be considered in rehabilitation programs for post-COVID-19 recovery.

Influence of social media use on life satisfaction among deaf and hard of hearing college students: a mediating role of self-esteem and perceived social support.

As social media continues to gain popularity and living standards improve, people are becoming increasingly concerned with their quality of life, highlighting the importance and urgency of exploring the relationship between social media and well-being. At the meantime, the gap between majority and minority groups is widening in digital era. However, there is currently insufficient research on the use of social media by D/HH (Deaf or hard of hearing) individuals and its impacts. There is also a lack of international attention on China, which has the largest population of D/HH individuals. The main objective of this research was to explore how social media use impacts D/HH college students' well-beings, and this study recruited 320 Chinese hearing-impaired social media users and conducted a questionnaire survey using the SWLS (Satisfaction with Life Scale), MSPSS (Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support), and RSES (Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale) scales. The study delved into the reasons for social media use among this population, the relationship between social media use frequency and life satisfaction, and the potential mediating roles of self-esteem and perceived social support. The findings revealed that the primary reasons for social media use among hearing-impaired individuals include communication, acquiring information and knowledge, and relaxation. Moreover, there is a positive correlation between social media use frequency and life satisfaction, perceived social support, and self-esteem, with both direct and indirect effects. These results align with earlier studies and our comprehension of how social media use boosts life satisfaction, potentially advancing research in this field. This paper explores in depth media accessibility, the mediating mechanisms of perceived social support and self-esteem, and their impacts on life satisfaction and other mental health issues of D/HH.

Validating the satisfaction with life scale among early adolescents: psychometric assessment using item response theory

Abstract The Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) has been extensively validated using Classical Test Theory, mostly relying on factor analytic methods among adult samples. The current study used Item Response Theory to validate SWLS among a sample of early adolescents in California and examine associations between SWLS and tobacco and cannabis use. Data were collected from ninth-grade students (N = 2552) attending 10 public high schools in Los Angeles, California in 2013. Nonparametric and parametric item response modeling were used to validate the SWLS. Binary logistic regression was used to examine the associations between SWLS and tobacco and cannabis use. Item discrimination indices were above 1.80, indicating all items functioned appropriately in terms of measuring the construct and separating participants of different levels of life satisfaction. The test information curve indicated that the SWLS was best for discriminating between respondents with low to average life satisfaction. Participants who reported high scores on the SWLS, compared with those who reported low scores, were significantly less likely to report lifetime e-cigarette, cigarette, and cannabis use. The SWLS possessed excellent psychometric properties among a sample of early adolescents in California. Findings may be useful for scholars and practitioners to screen for subjective well-being in early adolescence, and target interventions focused on improving adolescent health & well-being, which may help prevent substance use initiation or sustained use.

The impact of a student-led intergenerational support program on life satisfaction, loneliness, and psychological well-being of institutionalized older adults.

The impact of a student-led intergenerational support program on life satisfaction, loneliness, and psychological well-being of institutionalized older adults.

The Role of Coping Self-Efficacy, Social Support, and Loneliness on Acculturative Stress and Life Satisfaction Among Brazilians in Ireland

The mental health of migrants is a complex issue influenced by various factors, including acculturative stress, social support systems, coping mechanisms, and individual resilience. This study investigated the mental health experiences of Brazilian migrants in Ireland (N = 96; 75% female), focusing on the interplay of acculturative stress, social support, coping mechanisms, loneliness, and life satisfaction. This is a quantitative study with correlational design employed, with data collected through an online questionnaire comprising demographic questions and five psychometric scales: Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), Acculturative Stress Scale for International Students (ASSIS), Coping Self-Efficacy Scale (CSES), UCLA Loneliness Scale (ULS-10), and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS). The results revealed that longer time spent in Ireland was associated with decreased acculturative stress and increased life satisfaction. Additionally, coping self-efficacy, perceived social support, and time spent in Ireland positively correlated with life satisfaction, while loneliness negatively correlated with coping self-efficacy. The study also found that social support, coping self-efficacy, and time in Ireland were positive predictors of life satisfaction, whereas acculturative stress and loneliness were negative predictors. These findings underscore the crucial role of social support, coping skills, and addressing loneliness and acculturative stress in promoting the well-being of Brazilian migrants in Ireland. Future research could delve into the specific coping strategies employed by this population and the influence of cultural factors on their acculturation process.

Factorial Invariance of the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) in Mexican and Colombian University Students

This study aimed to evaluate the psychometric equivalence of the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) in university students from Mexico and Colombia. A non-probabilistic convenience sampling was used in five public and private universities in both countries, with a sample of 861 university students (40% men and 60% women), whose average age was 20.55 years (SD = 2.72). A six-point version of the SWLS was employed. Through confirmatory factor analysis, a unidimensional structure of the SWLS was identified in both samples, with adequate fit indices in both countries. Additionally, the factorial invariance analysis confirmed the metric and configural equivalence of the model, indicating that the factorial structure and factor loadings are comparable between both populations. The results support the use of the SWLS to assess life satisfaction in the context of university education in Mexico and Colombia.

Relationship between Satisfaction with Life and Health Promoting Lifestyle Practices among Patients with Type -2 Dm

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is characterized by high blood sugar due to insulin resistance and reduced insulin production. Lifestyle changes, such as weight loss and physical activity, can help prevent or delay the onset of T2DM by improving insulin sensitivity. Regular physical activity reduces the risk of developing insulin resistance and impaired glucose tolerance. Life satisfaction, which reflects how much a person enjoys their life, is positively influenced by healthy behaviours, which not only reduce morbidity and mortality but also enhance well-being and self-actualization. Aim: To assess the relationship between satisfaction with life and health promoting lifestyle practices among patients with type -2 DM. Materials and Methods: This study employed a descriptive correlation survey design to investigate the relationship between life satisfaction and health-promoting behaviours among middle-aged Type-2 diabetes patients. A sample of 150 participants was purposively selected from HSK Hospital, and data was collected using the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and the health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile (HPLP) Scale. Results: The study found a positive correlation (r = 0.43) between satisfaction with life and health-promoting lifestyle practices. The majority of participants (82.7%) had average health-promoting lifestyle practices, while 79.3% reported moderate satisfaction with life. Significant associations were found between health-promoting lifestyle practices and education, occupation, family history of diabetes, and regular exercise. Satisfaction with life was significantly associated with age and duration of diabetes Conclusion: The study highlights the importance of promoting healthy lifestyle practices and addressing psychosocial factors to improve overall well-being among middle-aged adults with T2DM.

"Life Satisfaction & Distress Tolerance in Oral Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy at a Chennai Tertiary Care Hospital"

Oral cancer significantly impacts patients' psychosocial well-being, particularly during chemotherapy. This descriptive study assessed life satisfaction and distress tolerance among oral cancer patients at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, Chennai. Sixty patients were selected using nonprobability consecutive sampling and assessed using the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and Distress Tolerance Scale (DTS). Results revealed that 100% of patients experienced dissatisfaction with life, with 83.33% reporting strong dissatisfaction. High distress levels were found in 86.67% of patients, and only 13.33% exhibited moderate tolerance. A significant negative correlation (-0.37, p=0.05) was observed between life satisfaction and distress tolerance. Demographic factors like age, gender, and residence significantly influenced these outcomes.

"Meaninglessness makes me unhappy": examining the role of a sense of alienation and life satisfaction in the relationship between the presence of meaning and depression among Chinese high school seniors.

Given the high incidence of depression among adolescents and its serious consequences, investigating its influencing factors and mechanisms is of great theoretical and practical significance. This study aims to explore the mediating effects of a sense of alienation and life satisfaction on the relationship between the presence of meaning in life and depression among Chinese high school seniors. Six hundred and twenty-one senior high school students (17.09 ± 0.45 years, 266 boys) were recruited from Shandong, China, to participate in the study. Participants completed the Adolescent Students' Sense of Alienation (ASAS), Meaning in Life Questionnaire (MLQ), Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), and Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II). Our findings revealed that (1) the sense of alienation and life satisfaction play a chain mediating role between the presence of meaning in life and depression among Chinese high school seniors; (2) the sense of alienation plays a mediating role between the presence of meaning in life and depression; (3) there are gender differences in the chain mediation model of the influence of the presence of meaning in life on depression. This study reveals potential pathways through which the presence of meaning in life affects depression among Chinese high school seniors, offering support and a basis for future mental health interventions for this population.

IMPACT OF ACADEMIC STRESS AND RESILIENCE ON LIFE SATISFACTION AMONG UNDERGRADUATES OF NASARAWA STATE UNIVERSITY, KEFFI

This study examined “Impact of Academic Stress and Resilience on Life Satisfaction among undergraduates of Nasarawa State University, Keffi.” The researcher employed a survey descriptive research design. A total of One hundred and one (101) respondents were randomly selected across 4 levels in Psychology department. Participants were selected through a simple random sampling process. Undergraduate stress questionnaire (USQ), Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC), and Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) were used to collect data. The responses of the respondents were analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS). The main hypotheses of this research were tested at 0.05 level of significance. Hypothesis one indicates a negative correlation between Academic Stress and Satisfaction With life: r (99) = -.768, p >.05. Hypothesis two indicates a significant positive correlation between resilience and Life Satisfaction: r (99) = .534, p < .05.Finally, there is a significant gender difference in Life Satisfaction among Students of Nasarawa State University Keffi. The study concludes that Academic stress does not affect student’s satisfaction with life but resilience does. It was recommended that school authority should Conduct and Implement interventions aimed at reducing academic stress and fostering resilience among students. Evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions in promoting life satisfaction.

IMPACT OF ACADEMIC STRESS AND RESILIENCE ON LIFE SATISFACTION AMONG UNDERGRADUATES OF NASARAWA STATE UNIVERSITY, KEFFI

This study examined “Impact of Academic Stress and Resilience on Life Satisfaction among undergraduates of Nasarawa State University, Keffi.” The researcher employed a survey descriptive research design. A total of One hundred and one (101) respondents were randomly selected across 4 levels in Psychology department. Participants were selected through a simple random sampling process. Undergraduate stress questionnaire (USQ), Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC), and Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) were used to collect data. The responses of the respondents were analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS). The main hypotheses of this research were tested at 0.05 level of significance. Hypothesis one indicates a negative correlation between Academic Stress and Satisfaction With life: r (99) = -.768, p >.05. Hypothesis two indicates a significant positive correlation between resilience and Life Satisfaction: r (99) = .534, p < .05.Finally, there is a significant gender difference in Life Satisfaction among Students of Nasarawa State University Keffi. The study concludes that Academic stress does not affect student’s satisfaction with life but resilience does. It was recommended that school authority should Conduct and Implement interventions aimed at reducing academic stress and fostering resilience among students. Evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions in promoting life satisfaction.

Emotional Intelligence and Life Satisfaction: A Comparative Study of Male and Female Traffic Wardens in Lahore

Traffic wardens in Lahore face numerous challenges in their daily work, including managing stress, dealing with difficult public interactions, and maintaining a high level of job performance. Emotional intelligence (EI) has been identified as a crucial factor in predicting life satisfaction among various occupational groups. This study aimed to investigate the role of EI in predicting life satisfaction among traffic wardens in Lahore. A quantitative research approach was employed, and a sample of 100 traffic wardens was selected through convenient sampling. Scale of Emotional Intelligence Test (SEI) and the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) were used to measure EI and life satisfaction, respectively. Results showed that flexibility is negatively correlated with emotional self-awareness (r= -.068) and with impulse control (r= -.068). Rest all the subscales are positively significant with each other. Additionally, regression analysis revealed that EI was a significant predictor of life satisfaction among traffic wardens (β=.23, t (98) =2.35, p< .05). The result revealed that both life satisfaction and emotional intelligence show positive and significant correlation with each other r= .23, p< .05. Moreover, gender differences are significant between emotional intelligence among male and female traffic wardens. It is also revealed that no significant differences between life satisfactions exists among male and female traffic wardens and life satisfaction is positively predicted by emotional intelligence (β=.23, t (98) =2.35, p< .05).

Life satisfaction around the world: Measurement invariance of the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) across 65 nations, 40 languages, gender identities, and age groups.

The Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) is a widely used self-report measure of subjective well-being, but studies of its measurement invariance across a large number of nations remain limited. Here, we utilised the Body Image in Nature (BINS) dataset-with data collected between 2020 and 2022 -to assess measurement invariance of the SWLS across 65 nations, 40 languages, gender identities, and age groups (N = 56,968). All participants completed the SWLS under largely uniform conditions. Multi-group confirmatory factor analysis indicated that configural and metric invariance was upheld across all nations, languages, gender identities, and age groups, suggesting that the unidimensional SWLS model has universal applicability. Full scalar invariance was achieved across gender identities and age groups. Based on alignment optimisation methods, partial scalar invariance was achieved across all but three national groups and across all languages represented in the BINS. There were large differences in latent SWLS means across nations and languages, but negligible-to-small differences across gender identities and age groups. Across nations, greater life satisfaction was significantly associated with greater financial security and being in a committed relationship or married. The results of this study suggest that the SWLS largely assesses a common unidimensional construct of life satisfaction irrespective of respondent characteristics (i.e., national group, gender identities, and age group) or survey presentation (i.e., survey language). This has important implications for the assessment of life satisfaction across nations and provides information that will be useful for practitioners aiming to promote subjective well-being internationally.

Leisure Time in Comparison to Life Satisfaction Level of Adults with Physical Disability

Introduction: Leisure time is an integral part of people’s lifestyles. Recreation and proactive attitude during free time have an impact on physical development of a person with physical disability, moreover, foster building self-esteem. Research aim: The aim of this article is to identify the forms, dimensions and determinants of leisure behaviour in selected groups of respondents in correlation with the level of satisfaction with your own life. Method: The research was carried out in the Lublin Province. Two groups of people aged 30–50 took part in it: A – with disability and B – control (a total of 262 respondents of both sexes). The survey research used a questionnaire by Bergier and Tomczyszyn modified with the authors’consent and the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) adapted by Juczyński. Results: In their preferred leisure activities, the majority of respondents of both groups indicated primarily physically passive forms of leisure. Interviewees with a disability participated significantly less frequently in physical recreation and their physical activity was characterised by a shorter average duration compared to able-bodied respondents. Among the respondents of both groups an increase in the level of life satisfaction was noted, as well as the increase in time spent practising various sports and recreational activities. Conclusion: Despite growing public awareness, people with disabilities still prefer passive leisure activities. Free time spent in an active manner had a positive influence on the sense of life satisfaction for able-bodied people, as well as people with disabilities.

Dispositional mindfulness and psychological well-being: investigating the mediating role of meaning in life.

Mindfulness has been widely recognized for its positive impact on various aspects of psychological well-being. Prior research has investigated the role of mindfulness in enhancing hope and life satisfaction as separate constructs. However, limited attention has been given to the simultaneous influence of mindfulness on both hope and life satisfaction and the underlying mechanisms that may explain these relationships. This study examines the role of dispositional mindfulness in fostering hope and life satisfaction concurrently and explores the potential mediating role of meaning in life in this relationship. A total of 1,766 Chinese college students from Shandong Xiehe University participated in the study. Participants completed the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) to assess dispositional mindfulness, the Adult Hope Scale (AHS) to measure hope, the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) to evaluate life satisfaction, and the Meaning in Life Questionnaire (MLQ) to assess their perceived meaning in life. Statistical analyses, including mediation analysis, were conducted to explore the relationships among these variables. The findings indicated that meaning in life partially mediated the relationship between dispositional mindfulness and both hope and life satisfaction. Specifically, higher levels of dispositional mindfulness were associated with greater hope and life satisfaction, and this relationship was partially explained by increased perceptions of meaning in life. These results underscore the critical role of meaning in life as a mediator in the positive effects of mindfulness on psychological well-being. The findings suggest that interventions aimed at enhancing mindfulness may benefit from incorporating strategies to foster meaning in life, thereby amplifying their impact on hope and life satisfaction. This study advances our understanding of the mechanisms linking mindfulness to key indicators of psychological well-being and highlights the integrative role of meaning in life in these processes.

Effects of combined exercise program on happiness and life satisfaction on physically active older adults

<p style="text-align: justify;">Well-being is the assessment of individual experiences with pleasant feelings like happiness and life satisfaction. Combined training is recommended for older adults to decrease age-related psychological changes and functional limitations. This systematic review aimed to assess the effects of a combined exercise program on happiness and life satisfaction in physically active older adults. The electronic databases of Google Scholar, Web of Science, and PubMed were searched between 2000 and 2023 for available literature. The searched keywords were: older adults, training, exercises, happiness, and life satisfaction. After completing the investigation, 931 publications were found. Inclusion criteria comprised physically active participants aged 60 years and above, along with studies composed in English. Studies in which participants had obesity, diabetes, and other non-communicable diseases were excluded from investigation. The qualitative analysis involved eight studies. These studies ranged in publication date from 2008 to 2022. The participants in the studies were men and women aged from 60 to 79 years. The sample size was 1849 and ranged from 35 to 656 participants. Physical activity was a combination of aerobic training, strength training, stretching exercises, and balance exercises. The most used questionnaire was the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). The findings indicate that older adults of both genders who underwent combined training programs had higher levels of happiness and life satisfaction. Research has shown that leading an active lifestyle enhances older persons' happiness and satisfaction with life. These results support the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle to improve the mental and emotional well-being of older adults.</p>

Changes in life satisfaction over six years in the general population: A longitudinal study with the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS).

Satisfaction with life is a key concept for most individuals. The Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) for measuring general life satisfaction has been widely analyzed in terms of cross-sectional associations. However, the knowledge about long-term changes in life satisfaction and the associations between such changes and changes in other variables of physical and mental health is limited. A community-based representative sample of the general population has been examined twice with a time interval of six years (n = 4,999), using the SWLS and several other scales. Over the six years, the mean SWLS score of the total sample remained nearly unchanged (M = 27.0, SD = 5.2, both at t1 and at t2). The test-retest correlation was rtt = 0.66 for the total sample, and there were only marginal differences in temporal stability between male and female respondents. Changes in the SWLS over the six years were correlated with changes in optimism (r = 0.23), mental health (r = 0.26), social functioning (r = 0.22), perceived social support (r = 0.21), anxiety (r = -0.30), and physical complaints (r = -0.18). These change score correlations were lower than the corresponding coefficients under the cross-sectional perspective. Measurement invariance across sex, age, and time was established. The SWLS proved to be an appropriate tool for assessing changes in life satisfaction, and correlations between change scores of life satisfaction and health-related variables complement the knowledge about these associations from a cross-sectional perspective.

The Relationship of Gratitude with Subjective Well-Being In Social Media Addicts

This study aims to look at the relationship between gratitude and subjective well-being in social media addicts. The research method used in this study is quantitative with a correlational approach. The research sample consists of addictive social media users with an age level of 18-24 years and using social media Instagram and Tiktok. Data collection applies the use of the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) and the Positive Affect Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS) for measurement of subjective well-being components. Gratitude measurement applies the use of The Gratitude Questionnaire-Six Item Form (GQ-6) scale which has been adapted to the Indonesian language. Meanwhile, Bergen Social Media Addiction (BSMAS) is used to identify addictive social media users. Correlation test technique through product moment technique was used as a method in analyzing research data. The results show that there is no relationship between gratitude and life satisfaction, while subsequently there is a positive relationship between gratitude and the affective component in social media addicts. This study provides potential implications in further studies on the dynamics of the relationship that occurs between gratitude and components of subjective well-being specifically in social media addicts.

Understanding Parental Satisfaction in Caring for Children with Cerebral Palsy.

The life satisfaction of parents of children with cerebral palsy should be assessed. Parenting a child with a disability may bring more challenges and efforts, impacting overall quality of life. the study aimed to evaluate the satisfaction with life of parents of children with cerebral palsy. The study was designed to assess the satisfaction with life of parents of children with cerebral palsy. To measure this outcome, we developed an original survey consisting of 29 questions inspired by the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS). The study involved 43 parents or legal guardians of children diagnosed with cerebral palsy. A correlation was identified between parental life satisfaction and the amount of leisure time reported by parents (p = 0.004, R = 0.46). The research indicates that parental life satisfaction does not depend on the parent's satisfaction with the level of therapy (p > 0.05) and the degree of improvement in the child's functioning (p > 0.05). The level of parental life satisfaction does not depend on the level and outcome of therapy. The more leisure time the parents have, the greater their life satisfaction is. Parents of children with cerebral palsy should take care of their free time.