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Finding Growth in Later Life: Post-Traumatic Growth, Meaning in Life and Self-Esteem Among Older Adults

Author(s) Simran Arora, Dr. Roopali Sharma
Country India
Abstract With a focus on self-esteem as a mediator, the article investigated the connections between post-traumatic growth, purpose in life, and self-esteem. This study used a quantitative approach and relied on standardized self-report data collected from 120 participants. The data was initially determined to fulfill the requirements of parametric testing. Findings from correlation studies revealed robust positive associations between a sense of meaning in one's life, self-esteem, and recovery from traumatic experiences. In the aftermath of traumatic experiences, those who claimed to have found greater purpose in life showed considerable improvements in their psychological well-being and self-esteem. Although meaning directly affected growth through the positive improvement in self-esteem, the mediation study's results demonstrated that self-esteem mediated the association between meaning in life and post-traumatic growth. The study's most critical variables did not differ significantly based on gender. In light of these findings, it seems clear that having a purpose in life is a crucial psychological resource for overcoming hardship and moving on with optimism. The results also demonstrate the importance of the self-esteem in facilitating adaptive mechanisms of growth. The consequences of the intervention regarding mental health and future research projects are discussed.
Keywords Meaning in Life, Self-Worth, Post-Traumatic Growth, Positive Psychology, Resilience, Psychological Wellbeing
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On 2026-05-03
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