La Autoeficacia en el Cuidado de la Salud en la Predicción de la Satisfacción con la Vida

Abstract

Introduction and objectives: In this study, psychometric characteristics of two questionnaires designed to measure life satisfaction and specific diet-health perceived self- efficacy are discussed. On the other hand, a predictive model of life satisfaction is proposed, considering both self- efficacy components. Method: The sample included 279 women aged 17 to 28 years, studying in the Universidad Autónoma of Yucatán, México. Results: Psychometric properties related to both questionnaires confirm the original factorial proposal. The predictive model for life satisfaction shows a direct relationship between this variable and perceived coping self- efficacy. Conclusions: The self-efficacy in the care of diet and coping with problems factors acquire relevance in the explanation of life satisfaction.