The Effect of Gratitude on Life Satisfaction Among Adolescents in Orphanages

Maizuhra Shafira; Tarmidi Dadeh; Indri Kemala Nasution

doi:10.59890/ijeps.v4i1.253

Authors

Maizuhra Shafira University of Northern Sumatra
Tarmidi Dadeh University of Northern Sumatra
Indri Kemala Nasution University of Northern Sumatra

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijeps.v4i1.253

Keywords:

Gratitude, Life Satisfaction, Adolescents, Orphanage

Abstract

This study aims to examine the effect of gratitude on life satisfaction among adolescents living in orphanages. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 200 adolescents through the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and the Gratitude Questionnaire-6 (GQ-6). The data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results showed that gratitude has a positive and significant effect on life satisfaction (β = 0.318, p < 0.05). Adolescents with higher levels of gratitude tend to report higher life satisfaction. These findings indicate that gratitude plays an important role in supporting adolescents' positive evaluation of life despite living in institutional care. Implications for psychological intervention and well-being promotion in orphanage settings are discussed.

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