Published: 2017-01-11

The role of self-esteem in shaping optimism in individuals with low vision

Beata Szabała
Pedagogical Forum
Section: Topic
https://doi.org/10.21697/fp.2016.1.10

Abstract

Developing a sense of one’s own self has a great impact on regulating human behavior, giving, among others, a foundation to set life goals, and taking a positive perspective on future life events. Optimism also influences many life spheres, such as social functioning, mental and physical health. Self-esteem and optimism in how individuals function, and the correlations between these variables are especially important for individuals with disability. The following research was to diagnose the role of self-esteem in shaping optimism in individuals with low vision. Research was conducted with respondents aged 20-30 –  there were 40 respondents with low vision and 40 able-bodied respondents. Research findings that self-esteem is important in developing optimism in individuals with low vision and able-bodied respondents. The nature of correlation obtained in the research was convergent with the expected, though the configuration of correlations in both groups is slightly different. The hypothesis was corroborated. 

Keywords:

self-esteem, optimism, individuals with low vision

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Szabała, B. (2017). The role of self-esteem in shaping optimism in individuals with low vision. Pedagogical Forum, 6(1), 149–166. https://doi.org/10.21697/fp.2016.1.10

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