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Examining the Effect of Conscientiousness on the Relationship between the Disruption of Differing Core Beliefs and Stress-Related Growth
Kolenbrander, Marlyn (2023) Examining the Effect of Conscientiousness on the Relationship between the Disruption of Differing Core Beliefs and Stress-Related Growth.
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| Abstract: | The present study aims to investigate the moderating effect of conscientiousness on the relationship between different core beliefs’ disruption and stress-related growth (SRG). In previous studies, it has been shown there is a positive relationship between core belief disruption and SRG. Employing the meaning-making model and cognitive processing of trauma reactions theory this relationship is further examined with conscientiousness as a moderating variable. Conscientiousness is positively correlated to SRG, in terms of underlying mechanisms and skills needed to engage in SRG. It has not been examined whether conscientiousness plays a possible factor in the existing relationship, nor has a distinction been made between the differing types of core beliefs and their disruption. By the means of a 7-day quantitative diary study, this study aims to fill this gap of knowledge. The findings of the current study suggest no moderating effect of conscientiousness on the relationships between different kinds of core beliefs and stress-related growth, though significant correlations were found for general core belief disruption and SRG, and spiritual and religious core belief disruption and SRG, indicating a possible relationship. Further research should investigate the core belief disruption distinctions and their relationship with SRG with the help of conscientiousness based on coping theories and approaches as this may be more considerate of other variables. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Bachelor) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 77 psychology |
| Programme: | Psychology BSc (56604) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/95780 |
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