Effect of Pro-Social Behavior and Self-Determination on Life Satisfaction among Nursing Students

Abstract

Purpose: This study aimed to identify pro-social behavior, self-determination, and life satisfaction status among nursing students, and to analyze the relationships between these variables and their effects on nursing students’ life satisfaction. Methods: It was conducted from January 10 to January 19, and data from 210 nursing students were collected through the online survey system of an Internet portal site. Results: As a result of the study, pro-social behavior and self-determination (autonomy, competence, relationship (s)), and life satisfaction showed a statistically significant positive correlation with each other. Competence (p