| Title: |
Sense of Coherence and Life Satisfaction among Jordanian University Students |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Farah Abu Khadra; Aseel Aburub; Anwaar Amro; Zoltán Csapek; Bendegúz Kertai; Sára Jeges; Ákos Levente Tóth |
| Source: |
Journal of International Students. 2025 15(8):141-160. |
| Availability: |
Journal of International Students. 4005 Spurgeon Drive #6, Monroe, LA 71203. Tel: 318-600-5743; Fax: 318-342-3131; e-mail: jis@ojed.org; Web site: https://www.ojed.org/index.php/jis/index |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
20 |
| Publication Date: |
2025 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Research |
| Education Level: |
Higher Education; Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: |
Foreign Countries; College Students; Life Satisfaction; Well Being; Study Abroad; Cultural Influences; Context Effect; Mental Health; Predictor Variables; Student Attitudes; Foreign Students; Student Characteristics |
| Geographic Terms: |
Jordan; Hungary |
| ISSN: |
2162-3104; 2166-3750 |
| Abstract: |
This study examines university students' life satisfaction, well-being, and sense of coherence. It focuses on Jordanian students studying in Jordan and those studying abroad in Hungary, using the Optimal Living Profile-Modified to evaluate wellbeing and life satisfaction, and the Sense of Coherence to measure comprehensibility, manageability, and meaningfulness. Data from 307 students revealed that while demographics affect SOC, the role of cultural context was significant. Jordanian students studying in Hungary reported greater meaningfulness, highlighting the impact of international students' experiences. Emotional and social health dimensions were predictors of life satisfaction, with SOC indirectly influencing life satisfaction through the emotional health dimension. This study contributes to understanding how SOC can shape wellbeing among university students locally or abroad, offering insights into interventions for enhancing student well-being in higher education. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2025 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1477499 |
| Database: |
ERIC |