The Role of Personality Dimensions in Predicting Quality of Life: Insights from National-Level Athletes
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https://doi.org/10.32628/IJSRST251333Keywords:
Personality dimensions, Quality of life (QoL), National athletes, Five-Factor Model, Extraversion, Conscientiousness, Sports PsychologyAbstract
This study investigated the relationship between personality dimensions and quality of life (QoL) among national athletes using a five-factor personality model. This study examined how dimensions such as extraversion, neuroticism, openness, agreeableness, and conscientiousness influence various aspects of athletes’ well-being. Data were collected from 120 athletes across multiple disciplines. The results indicated that certain personality dimensions significantly predicted QoL outcomes, with extraversion and conscientiousness showing the strongest associations. These findings contribute to our understanding of the psychological factors that influence athlete well-being and may inform interventions to enhance the quality of life in high-performance sports settings. The implications of this study extend beyond individual athlete welfare, potentially affecting team dynamics, coaching strategies, and overall athletic performance in the long term. By identifying the key personality dimensions associated with higher QoL, sports psychologists and coaches can develop targeted interventions to support athletes' mental health and well-being. Furthermore, this study highlights the importance of considering individual differences in personality when designing training programs and support systems for elite athletes, potentially leading to more personalized and effective approaches to sports psychology and performance enhancement.
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