307Thursday, April 2, 2009

7:30 AM-8:30 AMTampa Convention Center:3-4
AAHE/Conduct Evaluation/Research
Relationship Between Life-Purpose, Self-Esteem, and Stress in College Students
The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship among life satisfaction/purpose, self-esteem, and ability to cope with stress in college students. Researchers hypothesized that college students who have purpose and meaning in life also have high self-esteem and engage in positive, active efforts to manage stress. Results from a multiple regression analysis supported the hypothesis that life satisfaction/purpose or self-esteem could predict and contribute to students’ abilities to cope with stress.
Keyword(s): college level issues, health education college/univ
Presider: Michele H. Wallen, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
Speakers: Linda F. Balog and Priya Banerjee, The College At Brockport, Brockport, NY

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