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The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses

Cilt: 5 Sayı: 3 29 Aralık 2025
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The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses

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Aim: During the COVID-19 pandemic, nurses faced various challenges due to intense workloads, uncertainty, and increased responsibilities. These circumstances significantly affected their physical, mental, and social well-being. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the relationship between nurses’ perceived social support, self-compassion, and mental well-being levels. These concepts are considered important indicators of nurses’ psychological resilience and overall well-being. Method: This descriptive and correlational study was conducted with 202 nurses who actively worked during the COVID-19 pandemic. Data were collected using the Descriptive Characteristics Form, the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), the Self-Compassion Scale (SCS), and the Warwick–Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS). Descriptive statistical analyses, Pearson correlation analysis, and the Sobel Z test were used to evaluate the data. Results: The nurses’ mean perceived social support score was high (66.28±14.03), their mean self-compassion score was moderate (83.75±17.39), and their mean mental well-being score was high (54.00±10.82). In addition, self-compassion was found to have a mediating role (9%) in the relationship between perceived social support and mental well-being. Conclusion: Nurses’ self-compassion and mental well-being are significantly affected during major crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. During such periods, it is crucial for them to receive adequate support from both their social environment and institutions. The findings indicate that nurses’ high mental well-being levels are associated with perceived social support. However, to further enhance their self-compassion, it is necessary to strengthen social support mechanisms and develop sustainable psychosocial support programs.

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Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

29 Aralık 2025

Gönderilme Tarihi

3 Ocak 2025

Kabul Tarihi

7 Temmuz 2025

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2025 Cilt: 5 Sayı: 3

Kaynak Göster

APA
Açıkgöz, G., Çiçek, G., Çiriş Yıldız, C., Ünlü Suvari, G., Sökün Ayaz, D., Geylani, M., & Başıbüyük, M. (2025). The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses. Güncel Hemşirelik Araştırmaları Dergisi, 5(3), 217-227. https://izlik.org/JA87GD88TE
AMA
1.Açıkgöz G, Çiçek G, Çiriş Yıldız C, vd. The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses. JCNR. 2025;5(3):217-227. https://izlik.org/JA87GD88TE
Chicago
Açıkgöz, Gizem, Gökçe Çiçek, Cennet Çiriş Yıldız, vd. 2025. “The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses”. Güncel Hemşirelik Araştırmaları Dergisi 5 (3): 217-27. https://izlik.org/JA87GD88TE.
EndNote
Açıkgöz G, Çiçek G, Çiriş Yıldız C, Ünlü Suvari G, Sökün Ayaz D, Geylani M, Başıbüyük M (01 Aralık 2025) The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses. Güncel Hemşirelik Araştırmaları Dergisi 5 3 217–227.
IEEE
[1]G. Açıkgöz vd., “The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses”, JCNR, c. 5, sy 3, ss. 217–227, Ara. 2025, [çevrimiçi]. Erişim adresi: https://izlik.org/JA87GD88TE
ISNAD
Açıkgöz, Gizem - Çiçek, Gökçe - Çiriş Yıldız, Cennet - Ünlü Suvari, Güzin - Sökün Ayaz, Demet - Geylani, Merve - Başıbüyük, Meryem. “The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses”. Güncel Hemşirelik Araştırmaları Dergisi 5/3 (01 Aralık 2025): 217-227. https://izlik.org/JA87GD88TE.
JAMA
1.Açıkgöz G, Çiçek G, Çiriş Yıldız C, Ünlü Suvari G, Sökün Ayaz D, Geylani M, Başıbüyük M. The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses. JCNR. 2025;5:217–227.
MLA
Açıkgöz, Gizem, vd. “The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses”. Güncel Hemşirelik Araştırmaları Dergisi, c. 5, sy 3, Aralık 2025, ss. 217-2, https://izlik.org/JA87GD88TE.
Vancouver
1.Gizem Açıkgöz, Gökçe Çiçek, Cennet Çiriş Yıldız, Güzin Ünlü Suvari, Demet Sökün Ayaz, Merve Geylani, Meryem Başıbüyük. The Effect of Self-Compassion on Perceived Social Support and Mental Wellbeing of Nurses. JCNR [Internet]. 01 Aralık 2025;5(3):217-2. Erişim adresi: https://izlik.org/JA87GD88TE

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