Correlation Between Self-Esteem, Locus of Control, And Quality of Life in Individuals Undergoing Drug Addiction Rehabilitation: A Cross-Sectional Study
Keywords:
Self-esteem, locus of control, quality of life, drug addiction, rehabilitationAbstract
OBJECTIVES
This study aimed to assess the levels of self-esteem, locus of control, and quality of life in patients attending drug addiction rehabilitation centers. It also sought to explore the relationships between self-esteem, locus of control, and overall quality of life at different stages of treatment. Additionally, the study intended to determine whether self-esteem and locus of control can predict the quality of life in these patients.
METHODOLOGY
A cross-sectional descriptive correlational design with a sample size of 142 participants conducted at rehabilitation centers in Peshawar over six months. Participants were recruited through non-probability convenience sampling. Data was collected through structured interviews using validated questionnaires, including Rotter’s Locus of Control Scale, Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale, and the Drug User Quality of Life Scale (DUQOL).
RESULTS
Among 141 male participants, 83% had moderate self-esteem and internal control. The mean DUQOL score was 66.48 (SD=7.649). Pearson’s correlation showed positive associations between DUQOL and Drug-Related Locus of Control (DR-LOC) (r=0.059) and DR-LOC and self-esteem (r=0.077), while DUQOL and self-esteem were negatively correlated (r=-0.016). Significant associations were found between age and self-esteem (F=1.765), age and DR-LOC (F=0.567), and education level and self-esteem (F=1.168). Higher control was linked to better quality of life and self-esteem, with age and education significantly influencing self-esteem.
CONCLUSION
These findings underscore the importance of addressing psychosocial factors in addiction recovery, suggesting that enhancing self-esteem and fostering an internal locus of control (ILoC) may improve the quality of life (QoL) for individuals in rehabilitation.
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