Adherence to a wellness model and perceptions of psychological well-being

Author(s): Hazler, R. J.

Journal/Book: J Couns Develop. 1999; 77: 5999 Stevenson Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304-3300, USA. Amer Counseling Assoc. 339-343.

Abstract: This study investigated the relationship between college students' perceived psychological well-being and the quality of their lives on 5 variables associated with a 5-factor holistic wellness model. The Wellness Evaluation of Lifestyle (Witmer, Sweeney, & Myers, 1993) and Memorial University of Newfoundland Scale of Happiness (Kozma & Stones, 1994) were completed by 155 undergraduate college students. Multivariate regression analysis revealed a significant relationship between 5 dimensions of wellness and both short-term state and long-term trait constructs of psychological well-being. Subsequent univariate analysis found that students' ability to self-regulate, identity with work, and friendships contributed the most to their psychological wellbeing. Implications for college counseling centers and student development professionals are presented.

Note: Article Hermon DA, Marshall Univ, Counseling Program, Huntington,WV 25755 USA

Keyword(s): LIFE; HAPPINESS; STUDENTS

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