INVESTIGATION OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN WELL-BEING, BODY AWARENESS AND DEPRESSION PARAMETERS IN HEALTHY ADULTS Sağlıklı Bireylerde İyilik Hali, Vücut Farkındalığı ve Depresyon Parametreleri Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi

Abstract

In this study, the relationship between well-being, body awareness and depression in healthy adults has been examined. This study aims to contribute to the existing literature on this topic and provide a better understanding of the interrelationships between these factors and their influence on mental health. In this study, a cross-sectional design was used, and a total of 39 healthy individuals, consisting of 19 men and 20 women, were included. The participants\" mean age was found to be 28.1±7.29 years. The Beck Depression Inventory, Body Awareness Questionnaire, and Well-Star Scale were used to assess depression, body awareness, and well-being, respectively. The data were analyzed using SPSSv.21, and Pearson or Spearman correlation analyses were used to determine the relationships between the parameters. The findings of the study revealed a significant positive relationship between well-being, body awareness, and depression parameters. The results indicated that body awareness practices can have a positive impact on emotional regulation and overall well-being. In conclusion, this study supports the hypothesis that body awareness plays a crucial role in mitigating depression in healthy adults. The correlations observed between well-being, body awareness, and depression parameters underscore the significance of body awareness in promoting mental well-being and reducing the risk of depression.