The Effect of Anger and Gratitude on the Happiness of Nursing Students

Abstract

Objectives: This study was to investigate the factors affecting anger and gratitude on happiness among nursing students. Methods: The research design for this study was a descriptive survey using convenience sampling. Participants were 285 nursing students in Busan Metropolitan City. Collected data were analyzed using percentage, mean, standard deviation, independent t-test, one-way ANOVA, Pearson correlation analysis, stepwise multiple regression with SPSS 20.0 program. Results: Happiness was showed significantly positive correlation with gratitude (r = 0.60, p < 0.001). Happiness was showed negative correlation with trait anger (r = -0.31, p < 0.001), anger in (r = -0.43, p < 0.001), anger out (r = -0.27, p < 0.001). The significant predictors of happiness included gratitude, satisfaction of college life, trait anger, satisfaction of major and anger in. The regression model explained 46.4% of happiness. Conclusions: The results of this study showed that anger and gratitude are significant factors affecting the happiness of nursing students. To enhance happiness in nursing students, it is necessary to include gratitude training and anger control training in happiness improvement program.

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