PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AMONG NURSING STUDENTS OF A SELECTED UNIVERSITY, AJMAN, UAE.

Abstract

Background:

Present age is the age of competition. Scientific and technological advancement all over the globe has made man very conscious and sensitive about his studies, vocation, lifestyle and relations. The event of joining the college is one of the major and significant transitions in the life span of any individual.

Purpose:

The aim of this study is to assess the psychological wellbeing among nursing students of a selected University, Ajman, UAE

Methodology:

A quantitative approach with a cross-sectional survey design among 150 nursing students using stratified random sampling and computer randomization.  A google survey was used to collect data using the Psychological Well-being Scale.

Findings:

Findings revealed majority147 (98.0%) were of the age group of 18-25 years, majority112(74.7%) were females, 22(14.7%) of students had private jobs and 63% (42.0%) were from Ajman. The mean score of psychological wellbeing was 88.7 ± 12.2, highest scores were for personal growth 16.4 ± 3.2 and least was for purpose in life 13.6 ± 3.5. There was a significant difference between psychological wellbeing and the domain - positive relations with others, 3^rd years had the highest score of 14.5 ± 3.7 and least scores were seen with 2^nd years 12.3 ± 3.7 which was significant p<0.05. Students who were unemployed had higher psychological wellbeing scores 89.7 ± 12.8 significant at p<0.05. There was a significance for positive relations 14.2 ± 3.8 p<0.05 and personal growth 14.2 ± 3.8, p<0.001 where unemployed had higher scores.

Conclusion:

The present study findings have revealed that over all the students had good psychological wellbeing. Highest scores were seen for personal growth and self-acceptance.  The least scores were seen for purpose in life and positive relations with others. Nurse educators must understand psychological wellbeing among nursing students, as they are vital as students’ progress in academic years. Ensuring psychological wellbeing among nursing students is not only an educational concern but a professional and organizational necessity.