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Exploring Relations Between Psychological Capital, Social Support and Self-Compassion Among Siblings of Individuals
Batel Hazan-Liran1, Ofra Walter1
1Faculty of Education, Tel-Hai University of Kiryat Shmona in the Galilee (THU), Qiryat Shemona, Israel.
Background:
We examined correlations between psychological capital (PsyCap), social support and self-compassion among siblings of individuals with developmental disabilities versus siblings of individuals without developmental disabilities.
Methods:
We hypothesized that (1) there would be positive correlations between PsyCap, social support and self-compassion at the sample level and within each group; (2) siblings of individuals without developmental disabilities would exhibit lower levels of these variables than siblings of individuals with developmental disabilities; and (3) relations between social support and self-compassion would be mediated by PsyCap in both groups. We surveyed 154 adults aged 18-71 years, including 42 siblings of individuals with developmental disabilities (19-71 years) and 112 siblings of individuals without developmental disabilities (18-71 years).
Results:
Results indicated significant positive correlations between PsyCap, social support and self-compassion at the sample level and among siblings of individuals without developmental disabilities. As hypothesized, PsyCap mediated relations between social support and self-compassion. Contrary to expectations, no significant differences were found between the two groups in levels of PsyCap, social support or self-compassion.
Conclusion:
These findings suggest that PsyCap constitutes a key internal psychological resource that supports self-compassion among siblings, including those of individuals with developmental disabilities, highlighting its potential value as a target for interventions promoting sibling well-being.
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