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Psychological functioning and well-being among Ghanaian women: A brief report

Published in: Journal of Psychology in Africa
Volume 28 , issue 1 , 2018 , pages: 73–76

DOI: 10.1080/14330237.2017.1419920

Author(s): Ethel Akpene Atefoe Department of Psychological Medicine and Mental Health, School of Medicine, Ghana , Nuworza Kugbey Department of Family and Community Health, School of Public Health, Ghana

Keywords: distress , Ghana , psychological well-being , socio-demographics , women

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Abstract

This study examined correlates of psychological well-being and distress among women in Accra, Ghana. A total of 200 women between 18 and 65 years completed measures of psychological well-being and distress. Independent t-test and One-way ANOVA F-test analysis of the data suggested differences among the women in their psychological well-being and distress levels by their religiosity, education, and monthly income. Christian women reported higher psychological well-being compared to non-Christians. Religiosity, higher education, and income appear to be protective resources against psychological distress among Ghanaian women.

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