Gratitude and Mental Well-being in Individuals with Physical Disabilities: The Mediating Role of Coping Competence
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The current study examined the mediating role of coping competence in the relationship between gratitude and mental well-being in individuals with physical disabilities. The study used a correlational research design and enrolled a purposive sample of 390 individuals with physical disabilities. The sample was taken from three centers in Abbottabad city, Pakistan and its age ranged between 18 to 37 years (M = 27.07, SD = 5.51). The Mental Health Continuum Short Form, the Gratitude Questionnaire, and the Coping Competence Questionnaire were used for assessment. Results indicated a significant positive relationship between gratitude, mental well-being, and coping competence among individuals with physical disabilities. Additionally, coping competence was found to significantly mediate in the relationship between gratitude and mental well-being. The analysis also revealed that females exhibited higher levels of coping competence and mental well-being. Furthermore, age and family monthly income were found to significantly influence the mental well-being of individuals with physical disabilities. This study is important because its findings may encourage mental and, and medical health professionals to develop gratitude-based training programs for individuals with physical disabilities.
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