Description

The Psychological Well-Being Scale (PWB) is a tool developed to assess an individual’s psychological well-being. It consists of various dimensions that evaluate different aspects of psychological health, such as autonomy, purpose in life, positive relationships with others, environmental mastery, personal growth, and self-acceptance. The scale is widely used in studies concerning well-being and mental health.

Analysis and Use of Data

Analysis: The PWB is analyzed across six key dimensions:

Autonomy: Refers to an individual’s ability to control their behavior and be independent of external influences.

Personal Growth: The feeling of continual development and improvement.

Self-Acceptance: Refers to a positive attitude towards oneself.

Positive Relations with Others: The presence of stable and positive relationships with other people.

Environmental Mastery: Feeling in control and capable of managing one’s life.

Purpose in Life: Involves having a sense that life has meaning and direction.

Use of Data: The PWB is used to assess psychological well-being in various contexts, such as research studies, clinical evaluations, and personal development assessments. Data can be used to understand an individual’s psychological needs, evaluate mental health, and measure the effectiveness of interventions aimed at enhancing well-being.

Purpose

The primary goal of the PWB is to provide a comprehensive assessment of an individual’s psychological well-being. It evaluates key aspects of mental health and helps to understand how different areas of a person’s life contribute to overall well-being.

Scoring

The PWB is scored by having individuals respond to a series of statements using a Likert scale, usually with 6 or 7 points. Participants rate how much they agree or disagree with each statement. Higher scores indicate greater psychological well-being, while lower scores may suggest areas where well-being is diminished.

Bibliography

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Ryff, C. D., & Keyes, C. L. M. (1995). The structure of psychological well-being revisited. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 69(4), 719-727.

Ryff, C. D., & Singer, B. (2008). Know thyself and become what you are: A eudaimonic approach to psychological well-being. Journal of Happiness Studies, 9(1), 13-39.