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Thesis/Dissertation Information
- Degree Disciplines:
- Psychology
Notes
- Abstract:
- The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between spiritual well being and psychological well-being. Spiritual well-being (SWB) is a two-dimensional construct involving religious well-being and existential well-being. Psychological well-being (PWB) is a form of mental health. PWB is a multidimensional construct that encompasses both emotional and cognitive aspects such as depression, self-esteem, personal growth, and self-acceptance. Researchers have demonstrated that individuals with higher SWB also have better PWB. Although research has been conducted examining the relationship between SWB and PWB in adults, studies on adolescents. Haitian American adolescents have received very little attention in scientific research. The purpose of this study is to add to the existing literature regarding the relationship between SWB and PWB in Haitian American adolescents. The hypotheses were that SWB would predict lower levels of depression and anxiety and higher levels of self-esteem and self-efficacy. One hundred and six Haitian American adolescents completed the SWB scale, the Reynolds Adolescent Depression Scale-2, the Multidimensional Anxiety Scale for Children-10, the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and the General Self Efficacy Scale. Findings confirmed the hypothesis, whereby the Total SWB predicted PWB. One interesting difference from prior research is that only the existential subscale of SWB predicted PWB on the four measures. The possible explanation for this finding is cultural difference may exist in Haitian American adolescents.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (M.S.)--Barry University, 2018.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 34-42).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Jazsmeen N. Gilbert. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- E184.H27 G55 2018_GilbertJazsmeenN ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- E184.H27 G55 2018 ( lcc )
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