An investigation of predictive factors of the orphanages' psychological well-being in Terengganu, Malaysia

Abstract

This study was conducted to investigate the predictor factors (e.g., life satisfaction, emotional intelligence, and self-esteem) on psychological wellbeing among orphans. This survey used the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, Satisfaction with Life Scale, Schutte Self-Report Emotional Intelligence Scale, and Ryff Psychological Well-Being Scale. This study uses a sampling method to involve 103 orphans in PERKAYA Orphanage, Marang aged 18 years and below. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package of Social Science (SPSS) version 23.0 using descriptive and inferential analysis. The findings of the study indicate that the psychological well-being of orphans is at a high level. Also, the study found that there was a significant positive relationship between emotional intelligence and psychological well-being. Besides that, life satisfaction and self-esteem were not significantly related to psychological well-being. Multiple regression analysis showed that emotional intelligence and self-esteem were predictor factors of psychological wellbeing among orphans. In conclusion, the findings of this study can serve as a starting point for developing programs or module that emphasizes aspects of emotional intelligence and self-esteem in strengthening the psychological well-being of orphanage.