Perception of social support and psychological well-being among mothers of individuals with intellectual disabilities: the mediating role of self-efficacy - Summary - MDSpire
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Perception of social support and psychological well-being among mothers of individuals with intellectual disabilities: the mediating role of self-efficacy
To examine the mediating role of self-efficacy in the relationship between social support perception and psychological well-being among mothers of individuals with intellectual disabilities, highlighting the significance of these factors in improving mental health outcomes.
Key Findings:
Positive relationships were found between perceived social support sub-dimensions and self-efficacy (r = 0.28–0.36; p <0.05), indicating that higher perceived support correlates with greater self-efficacy.
A significant relationship between total perceived social support and self-efficacy was observed (r = 0.37, p <0.01), suggesting that overall support impacts self-efficacy.
No direct significant relationships were found between perceived social support and psychological well-being (p> 0.05), indicating that support alone may not enhance well-being without self-efficacy.
Psychological well-being showed a moderate positive relationship with self-efficacy (r = 0.45, p <0.01), emphasizing the importance of self-efficacy in promoting well-being.
Interpretation:
The relationship between perceived social support and psychological well-being is mediated by self-efficacy, indicating that enhancing self-efficacy could be crucial for improving psychological well-being among mothers.
Limitations:
The study used convenience sampling, which may limit generalizability; future research should consider random sampling methods.
The cross-sectional design does not allow for causal inferences; longitudinal studies are recommended to explore these relationships over time.
Conclusion:
The findings suggest that enhancing self-efficacy could be a key strategy in improving psychological well-being for mothers of children with intellectual disabilities, highlighting the importance of social support in fostering mental health.
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