Psychological Resilience in University Students Majoring in Long-Term Care in Taiwan
Author Information
Author(s): Chang Chia-Chen, Tung Chen-Yin, Fan Su-Hao, Huang Wei-Hsiang
Primary Institution: National Taiwan Normal University
Hypothesis
This study aims to investigate the differences in levels of psychological resilience among university students majoring in long-term-care (LTC)–related disciplines in Taiwan.
Conclusion
Students engaged in club activities, leadership roles, and LTC work displayed higher psychological resilience.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants with LTC work experience scored higher in personal strength.
- Leadership roles in campus clubs were associated with higher resilience scores.
- Higher academic performance linked to greater personal strength and social resources.
Takeaway
This study found that students who participate in clubs and have work experience in long-term care are better at handling stress and challenges.
Methodology
This cross-sectional study involved 258 participants selected via stratified random sampling from 23 universities across Taiwan, using the Resilience Scale for Adults to measure psychological resilience.
Potential Biases
Self-reported measures are susceptible to social desirability bias, potentially affecting data accuracy.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal inferences, and the online questionnaire may introduce measurement bias.
Participant Demographics
The majority of participants were female (79.5%), with 42.3% under 22 years old and 25.2% having LTC work experience.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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