scholarly journals Latinx Emerging Adults’ Religious Identity, Ethnic Identity, and Psychological Well-Being

Religions ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 1073
Author(s):  
Isabella Nicole Schiro ◽  
Carolyn McNamara Barry ◽  
Mary Jo Coiro ◽  
Emalee J. W. Quickel
Keyword(s):  
Ethnic Identity ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Religious Identity ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Identity Exploration ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Identity Commitment ◽  
Multigroup Ethnic Identity Measure

The current study examined associations among religious and ethnic identity exploration and commitment, and psychological well-being (PWB) among 683 Latinx emerging adults. A subset of data collected in the Multi-Site University Study of Identity and Culture was analyzed, focusing on three measures: (a) Multigroup Ethnic Identity Measure (MEIM), (b) Religious Identity Measure (adapted from MEIM), and (c) Scales of Psychological Well-Being–Short Form. Correlations indicated that PWB was positively related to religious and ethnic identity commitment, not exploration. Regression analyses indicated that commitment to religious or ethnic identity were positively associated with PWB, while exploration of religious or ethnic identity were not associated with PWB. In addition, religious identity exploration moderated the relation between ethnic identity exploration and commitment and PWB. These findings have implications for efforts to support the development of ethnic and religious identity among Latinx emerging adults.

Experiential Acceptance and Psychological Well-Being in Korean-Born Adoptees

2012 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 399-410 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alix P. Sarubbi ◽  
Jennifer Block-Lerner ◽  
Simon M. Moon ◽  
Dahra Jackson Williams
Keyword(s):  
Ethnic Identity ◽  
Multiple Regression ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Clinical Implications ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Identity Exploration ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Hierarchical Multiple Regression ◽  
Experiential Acceptance

Previous research on Korean-born adoptees suggests that exploring one’s ethnic identity may increase one’s psychological well-being. Existing research also suggests that some adoptees may not engage in ethnic identity exploration because they wish to avoid feeling different because of their adopted status. The current study sought to integrate these findings and investigate associations between experiential acceptance of adoption-related thoughts and feelings, ethnic identity, and psychological well-being in a Korean-born adoptee population ( N = 91). Hierarchical multiple regression analyses revealed that experiential acceptance significantly contributed to both psychological well-being and development of a positive ethnic identity. Clinical implications for therapists and families are discussed.

Arab American Emerging Adults’ Ethnic Identity and Its Relation to Psychological Well-Being

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (5) ◽  
pp. 340-352 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jane P. Sheldon ◽  
Diane Graves Oliver ◽  
Danielle Balaghi
Keyword(s):  
Ethnic Identity ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Arab American ◽  
Psychological Well Being

Individualism, Collectivism, and Well-being Among a Sample of Emerging Adults in the United States

2021 ◽  
pp. 216769682110545
Author(s):  
John B. Nezlek ◽  
Ashley Humphrey
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The United States ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
The Us ◽  
Individualism And Collectivism

An increasing body of research suggests that emerging adults living in Western societies are becoming more individualistic and such increases in individualism are associated with reduced well-being. The present study examined relationships between well-being and individualism and collectivism among 1906 emerging adults in the US, aged 18–25. We measured individualism and collectivism distinguishing horizontal and vertical dimensions of these constructs, and we measured well-being in terms of depression, anxiety, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and neuroticism. Regression analyses found that individualism was negatively related to well-being, and these relationships varied somewhat between horizontal and vertical individualism. Horizontal collectivism was positively related to all measures of well-being, and vertical collectivism was positively related to three measures. These findings increase our understanding of the roles individualism and collectivism play in the psychological well-being of emerging adults, including the importance of distinguishing horizontal and vertical dimensions of individualism and collectivism.

Perceived Discrimination, Ethnic Identity, and Psychological Well-Being Among Arab Americans

2018 ◽  
Vol 46 (7) ◽  
pp. 899-921 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rawan Atari ◽  
Suejung Han
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Ethnic Identity ◽  
Perceived Discrimination ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Arab Americans ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Identity Resolution ◽  
Negative Effect

In this study, we examined associations among perceived discrimination, ethnic identity dimensions (exploration, resolution, affirmation), and psychological well-being (self-esteem, life satisfaction, flourishing) among 156 Arab Americans. Multiple moderated regression analyses revealed that perceived discrimination was negatively associated, and ethnic identity resolution and affirmation were positively associated, with psychological well-being. Ethnic identity affirmation moderated the association between perceived discrimination and flourishing by buffering the negative effect of perceived discrimination. Ethnic identity resolution and exploration did not moderate the associations between perceived discrimination and psychological well-being. Affirmation both promoted and protected well-being, resolution promoted well-being, and exploration was not associated with promoting or protecting well-being. We discuss implications to help Arab American clients develop and capitalize on their ethnic identity, promote their well-being, and buffer against perceived discrimination.

scholarly journals Emerging Adulthood: A Time of Changes in Psychosocial Well-Being

2016 ◽  
Vol 40 (4) ◽  
pp. 383-400 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stéphanie Baggio ◽  
Joseph Studer ◽  
Katia Iglesias ◽  
Jean-Bernard Daeppen ◽  
Gerhard Gmel
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Adulthood ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Structural Equation Models ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Health Systems ◽  
Identity Exploration ◽  
Psychological States ◽  
Stable Relationship

The principal aim of this study was to investigate the psychosocial well-being of emerging adults using psychological states associated with this transitional phase and classic measures of emerging adulthood. We expected psychological states to be more closely associated with psychological well-being than classic markers of achieved adulthood. Data were collected in the Cohort Study on Substance Use Risk Factors from 4,991 Swiss men aged 18–25 years. The assessment included the Short Form of the Inventory of Dimensions of Emerging Adulthood (IDEA-8), classic markers of achieved adulthood (e.g., financial independence, stable relationship), and psychosocial well-being. Structural equation models (SEMs) were conducted to test the association between measures of emerging adulthood and psychosocial well-being. Overall, the results highlighted contrasting associations of measures of emerging adulthood and psychosocial well-being. Youths facing negative psychological states (dimension “negativity”) and exploring life without knowing how to define themselves (dimension “identity exploration”) had a decreased psychosocial well-being. On the contrary, youths exploring many opportunities with an optimistic perspective (dimension “experimentation”) had an increased psychosocial well-being. By contrast, classic markers of adulthood were less related to psychosocial well-being. The IDEA-8 Scale appeared to be a useful screening tool for identifying vulnerable youths, and emerging adulthood should be measured with a focus on the psychological states associated with this period. This information may be valuable for mental health systems that have not yet adapted to emerging adults’ needs.

scholarly journals The Impact of Festival Participation on Ethnic Identity: The Case of Yi Torch Festival

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 527-536
Author(s):  
Changjiang Tao ◽  
Songshan (Sam) Huang ◽  
Graham Brown
Keyword(s):  
Ethnic Identity ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Ethnic Community ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Identity Exploration ◽  
Identity Commitment ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Multigroup Ethnic Identity Measure ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Ethnic Festivals

This study examines the impact of ethnic festival participation on community members' ethnic identity. Applying the Multigroup Ethnic Identity Measure (MEIM) in a questionnaire survey administered to the Yi ethnic community members attending a Yi Torch Festival in Sichuan Province, China, the study identifies that the festival attendees' ethnic identity is reflected in two dimensions: ethnic identity commitment and ethnic identity exploration. Independent sample t tests show that there is no difference of ethnic identity commitment between the performers' group and the spectators' group in the festival; however, performers as active participants of the festival score much higher on ethnic identity exploration than spectators. Practical festival management implications are discussed. This study has the following contributions. First, it validated the dimensionality and measurement stability of MEIM, in the context of ethnic festivals. Second, this study extends the application of MEIM from the fields of anthropology and ethnology to festival studies. This is the first study applying MEIM in festival research. It demonstrates the applicability of the MEIM scale in studying ethnic festivals. Lastly, this study expanded the knowledge on the relationship between festival participation and ethnic identity. It evidenced through empirical analysis that active participation in ethnic festivals by ethnic community members can effectively contribute to the ethnic identity of the community members, especially on the exploration dimension of ethnic identity.

Ethnic Identity in Emerging Adults in Sub-Saharan Africa and the USA, and Its Associations with Psychological Well-Being

2015 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 236-252 ◽  
Author(s):  
Byron G. Adams ◽  
Amina Abubakar ◽  
Fons J. R. Van de Vijver ◽  
Gideon P. De Bruin ◽  
Josephine Arasa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ethnic Identity ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Sub Saharan

scholarly journals Sattva Guna as a Predictor of Wisdom and PWB

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Suhani Sharma ◽  
Dr. Abha Singh ◽  
Dr. Sakshi Mehrotra
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Personality Inventory ◽  
Assessment Scale ◽  
Psychological Wellbeing ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Western Thought ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Vedic Text ◽  
Western Psychology

The ancient Indian Vedic text places emphasis on balanced living through a conscious strive to evolve from lower states of being to higher ones thus providing physical, spiritual and psychological wellbeing. Similarly the western thought places emphasis on working on physical and psychological well being for humans to flourish and realise their infinite potential.  Hence, the present investigation is an attempt to draw a concomitance between Indian and Western Psychology on the topic of psychological well being and how wisdom and satvikta are related to this concept. For the purpose of this study a sample of 100 university students (50 males and 50 females) between the ages of 18-24 years were selected. Three scales namely- (i) PWAS (Practicing Wisdom Assessment Scale) (ii) Trigunatmak Personality Inventory, and (iii) Ryff’s Psychological Well Being were used.  Regression analyses was done. The results indicated that Sattva Guna significantly predicts PWB and Wisdom.

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