Increased physical activity, higher educational attainment, and the use of mobility aid are associated with self-esteem in people with physical disabilities.

ABSTRACT:

Background

High self-esteem can help people with disabilities overcome barriers and improve their mental health and well-being. This study sought to examine self-esteem levels among Saudis with physical disabilities based on socio-economic factors. It also aimed to determine the minimum weekly duration of physical activity performed by participants and examine its effects, along with those of other socio-economic factors, on participants' self-esteem.

Methods

A participant sample (N = 582) consisting of Saudi individuals aged 33.78 ± 9.81 years with physical disabilities (males, n = 289; females, n = 293) was recruited to participate in this study. Levels of self-esteem were measured using the Arabic version of the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale.

Results

SUBMITTER: Alhumaid MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9995828 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature