Health sciences undergraduate students' perceived meaning of life and their coping styles

Abstract

PurposeThe aim of this study is to determine health sciences undergraduate students' perceived meaning of life and coping styles and the correlation between them. Design and MethodsThis is a descriptive study. The study sample consisted of 1160 students. Data were collected using a personal information form, the personal meaning profile (PMP), and the ways of coping inventory (WCI). FindingsParticipants had the highest mean scores on PMP relationship and intimacy subscales while they had the highest and lowest mean scores on WCI self-confident coping style and submissive coping style subscales, respectively. Practice ImplicationsIt is thought that the study will guide us in the process of vocational training of students or guidance and counseling services provided to them.