APS

29th APS Annual Convention · 2017

The Benefits of Life Orientation on the Psychological Well-Being of Haitian Adolescents

Boston, MA · May 2017

Poster Session · Developmental

  • Lyndsay Wehrle
    Barry University
  • Pamela Hall
    Barry University
  • Linda Bacheller
    Barry University
  • Charelene Desir
    Nova Southeastern University

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine if life orientation predicted psychological well-being in Haitian American adolescents. One-hundred Haitian American adolescents completed the Life Orientation Test-R as well as depression, anxiety, self-esteem and self-efficacy measures. The results were conclusive. The findings suggest the benefits of school-based positive psychology interventions.

Adolescent

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