Date of Publication

2010

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Psychology Major in Clinical Psychology

Subject Categories

Clinical Psychology | Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Thesis Adviser

Ma. Caridad H. Tarroja

Defense Panel Chair

Ma. Angeles G. Lapeña

Defense Panel Member

Melissa Lucia L. Reyes
Ron Resurreccion

Abstract/Summary

The study investigated the relationship between physical activity, specifically its intensity and frequency, and psychological well-being (positive affect, life satisfaction, and self-esteem), and how the experience of flow during an activity would influence the relationship. Two hundred fifteen regular exercisers completed the well-being scales, the Flow State Scale and the Borg’s Perceived Exertion Scale. Results reveal that neither intensity nor frequency significantly correlated with any facet of well-being but was found correlated with certain dimensions of flow. Flow, on the other hand, was found to significantly correlate with psychological well-being. The flow dimension Concentration correlated with Intensity and with Positive Affect and Life Satisfaction; whereas, the flow dimension Loss of Self-Consciousness correlated with Frequency and Self-Esteem. These findings suggest that physical activity has an indirect effect on psychological wellbeing through the presence of flow dimensions, Concentration and Loss of SelfConsciousness. This study builds constructively on the theory of flow and how experiencing this may be beneficial to one’s well-being. Findings are deemed helpful in maximizing physical activity to bring about more favorable results in managing illnesses and improving overall health.

Abstract Format

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Language

English

Format

Electronic

Accession Number

CDTG004810

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

102 leaves; 28 cm.

Keywords

Exercise—Psychological aspects; Well being; Health--Psychological aspects

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