The Mediating Role of Resilience in the relationship between Moral Values and Psychological Well-Being

Devanshi Deore; Kavita Gupta

doi:10.63960/2andrx59

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Devanshi Deore Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Author
Kavita Gupta Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Author

https://doi.org/10.63960/2andrx59

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moral values, resilience, psychological well-being, mediating role

Abstract

The present study explores the complex relationship between moral values, resilience, and psychological well-being among adults aged 18 to 60. Using an online survey, a diverse group of participants completed validated psychological questionnaires, including the Resilience Scale (Wagnild & Young, 1988), the Moral Competency Inventory (Lennick & Kiel, 2005), and the Psychological Well-being Questionnaire (Ryff, 1989), with Likert-scale responses. The primary aim of this study is to examine the correlation among moral values, resilience, and psychological well-being, and to investigate the mediating role of resilience in this relationship. It is hypothesized that high psychological well-being is associated with high resilience and strong moral values. Through detailed statistical analyses, this research clarifies the subtle connections among these variables, highlighting resilience’s mediating role between moral values and psychological well-being. Data analysis was performed using the Shapiro-Wilk test and Spearman’s rho in SPSS. The results aim to deepen our understanding of how individuals’ moral beliefs influence their mental health and resilience at different life stages. Findings show a significant positive correlation between moral values and resilience, while resilience has a significant negative correlation with psychological well-being and moral values. Although support for this finding is limited, it is also affected by a small sample size, gender homogeneity, the absence of a control group, and reliance on self-report measures, all of which further limit generalizability. Nonetheless, it is clear that these three variables are interconnected and can influence each other, with no single factor determining good psychological well-being regardless of levels of moral value and resilience. The study discusses potential implications and offers suggestions for future research. Additionally, it provides valuable insights for both theoretical frameworks and practical interventions aimed at enhancing well-being and resilience in diverse populations.

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Devanshi Deore, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

He is a research student pursuing an MA-II from the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda.

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There are no competing interests this author may have with the research subject.
Kavita Gupta, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

Dr. Kavita Gupta is a distinguished Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara. A highly accomplished academic, she holds dual Ph.Ds, one in Psychology and another in Clinical Research and is GSET and UGC qualified. With extensive experience in teaching and program evaluation, Dr. Gupta has published numerous research papers spanning social psychology, academic stress, youth mental health, and institutionalised adolescent care. She acts as an academic counselor for IGNOU, serves on the advisory boards of mental health trusts, and has been recognized with academic accolades, including the Dr. A.S. Patel Award for her contributions to the scientific community.

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