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http://dx.doi.org/10.12934/jkpmhn.2016.25.2.123

Factors Influencing Subjective Happiness in Nursing Students: Focused on Psycho-social Factors  

Kim, Ji-Hye (College of Nursing, Hanyang University)
Jeon, Hae Ok (Department of Nursing, Cheongju University)
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Journal of Korean Academy of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing / v.25, no.2, 2016 , pp. 123-132 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: The aim of this study was to identify the predictors of subjective happiness in nursing students. Methods: A cross-sectional design was used to survey a convenience sample of 203 nursing students in Cheongju city. Data collection was conducted through self-report questionnaires on stress, self-efficacy, ego-resilience, social support and subjective happiness. Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis, t-test, ANOVA, Pearson's correlation coefficients and stepwise multiple regression with the SPSS/WIN 18.0 program. Results: Subjective happiness negatively correlated with stress (r=-.35, p<.001) and positively correlated with self-efficacy (r=.60, p<.001), ego-resilience (r=.44, p<.001), and social support (r=.38, p<.001). Significant predictors of subjective happiness included self-efficacy (${\beta}=.34$, p<.001), ego-resilience (${\beta}=.24$, p<.001), satisfaction as a nursing student (${\beta}=-.21$, p<.001), stress (${\beta}=-.20$, p<.001), and social support (${\beta}=.14$, p=.012). The regression model explained 50% of subjective happiness. Conclusion: Based on these results, effective happiness promotion programs focusing on self-efficacy and resilience improvement, and stress management are highly recommended to promote the improved quality of life in nursing students.
Keywords
Happiness; Resilience; Self efficacy; Stress; Student;
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