Life Satisfaction and Character Strengths in Women With Breast Cancer: Zest and Hope as Predictors.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Empirical evidence shows that life satisfaction is positively related to character strengths, and although this association has been observed in different populations, it is scarce in breast cancer patients. This study analyzes the relationship between character strengths and life satisfaction in Spanish women diagnosed with breast cancer.

Methods

A sample of 117 women completed the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and the Spanish version of the VIA Inventory of Strengths (VIA-IS). Correlation analysis and regression modeling were performed to determine which strengths predict life satisfaction.

Results

The results of the correlation analysis showed that 15 strengths were positively and significantly associated with life satisfaction, with the highest co

SUBMITTER: Soria-Reyes LM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10559710 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature