Examining psychological distress in orphan children

Jaffer, Usman and Che Mohd Nassir, Che Mohd Nasril and Ahmed, Mohamed Ayaaz and Ahmad H.Osman, Rahmah and Mohd Zaki, Muhammad Zul Hairri Amir and Azeman, Haziq Iqbal and Mohd Muzamir, Nurul Sharfina and Md Reshad, Husna Zahirah and Aminondin, Sofea 'Aisyah (2023) Examining psychological distress in orphan children. International Journal of Education, Psychology and Counseling (IJEPC), 8 (52). pp. 759-772. E-ISSN 0128-164X

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Abstract

The prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress among orphaned children is a critical concern requiring careful examination. Orphaned children grapple with unique challenges, such as the loss of parental support and the disruption of stable familial connections, with significant implications for their mental well-being and overall psychological health. This study investigates the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress among orphaned children, with a specific focus on gender-related variations. A total of 26 orphans, aged 7 to 12 years, were recruited from Pusat Jagaan Hembusan Kasih Sayang in Kuantan, Pahang. The Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21) was employed for assessment. While no significant values for DASS Test variables were detected, there were gender-related differences in the psychological well-being of the children in the orphanage. The prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress among orphans from Pusat Jagaan Hembusan Kasih Sayang is low. Notably, females exhibit higher levels of depression, anxiety, and stress compared to males.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Depression; Anxiety; Stress; Orphans; Prevalence
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP1 Islam
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization (ISTAC) Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Arabic Language and Literature Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Psychology Kulliyyah of Pharmacy
Depositing User:	Dr Usman Jaffer
Date Deposited:	06 Feb 2024 15:06
Last Modified:	06 Feb 2024 16:12
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/109946

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