Investigation of The Relationship Between Self-Compassion, Sleep Quality, and Depression Levels in Elite Athletes

Öz

This study examines the relationships between self-compassion, sleep quality, and depression levels among elite athletes. A total of 292 elite athletes participated in the study, and data were collected using a random sampling method. The Self-Compassion Scale, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and DASS-21 Scale were employed to measure participants' levels of self-compassion, sleep quality, and depression. Utilizing a relational survey model, the data were analyzed through correlation and multiple regression analyses. The results indicated that self-compassion significantly affects both depression and sleep quality. Findings revealed a moderate and significant negative correlation between self-compassion and depression levels (r = -0.319, p < 0.001), as well as a low and significant negative correlation between self-compassion and sleep quality (r = -0.223, p < 0.001). Additionally, a significant positive correlation was observed between sleep quality and depression levels (r = 0.450, p < 0.001). According to the multiple regression analysis, 25.3% of the total variance in depression was explained by self-compassion and sleep quality variables (R² = 0.253, p < 0.001). In conclusion, self-compassion was found to be a protective factor that reduces depression and enhances sleep quality. It is recommended to develop programs promoting self-compassion to support athletes' psychological well-being and mitigate issues related to depression and sleep disturbances. Self-compassion practices are considered a critical skill that not only supports athletes' performance but also strengthens their mental health.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Self-compassion
• sleep quality
• depression
• elite athletes

Elit Sporcularda Öz-Şefkat, Uyku Kalitesi ve Depresyon Düzeyleri Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi

Öz

Bu araştırmada, elit düzeydeki sporcuların öz-şefkat, uyku kalitesi ve depresyon düzeyleri arasındaki ilişkiler incelenmiştir. Çalışmaya 292 elit sporcu katılmış, veriler rastgele örnekleme yöntemiyle toplanmıştır. Araştırma sürecinde Öz-Şefkat Ölçeği, Pittsburgh Uyku Kalite İndeksi ve DASS-21 Ölçeği kullanılarak katılımcıların öz-şefkat, uyku kalitesi ve depresyon düzeyleri ölçülmüştür. İlişkisel tarama modeli kullanılan çalışmada verileri analiz etmek için korelasyon ve çoklu regresyon analizleri kullanılmıştır. Korelasyon ve regresyon analizleri, öz-şefkatin depresyon ve uyku kalitesi üzerinde önemli bir etkiye sahip olduğunu göstermiştir. Bulgular, öz-şefkat düzeyleri ile depresyon düzeyleri arasında negatif yönde orta düzeyde anlamlı bir ilişki (r = -0,319, p < 0,001), öz-şefkat ile uyku kalitesi arasında ise negatif yönde düşük düzeyde anlamlı bir ilişki (r = -0,223, p < 0,001) olduğunu ortaya koymuştur. Ayrıca, uyku kalitesi ile depresyon düzeyleri arasında pozitif yönde anlamlı bir ilişki (r = 0,450, p < 0,001) saptanmıştır. Çoklu regresyon analizine göre, depresyon değişkeninin toplam varyansının %25,3’ü öz-şefkat ve uyku kalitesi değişkenleri tarafından açıklanmıştır (R² = 0,253, p < 0,001). Sonuç olarak, öz-şefkatin depresyonu azaltıcı ve uyku kalitesini artırıcı bir koruyucu faktör olduğu görülmüştür. Sporcuların psikolojik iyi oluşlarını desteklemek ve depresyon ile uyku problemlerini azaltmak için öz-şefkati teşvik eden programların geliştirilmesi önerilmektedir. Öz-şefkat uygulamaları, sporcuların sadece performans odaklı değil, aynı zamanda zihinsel sağlıklarını güçlendiren kritik bir beceri olarak değerlendirilmektedir.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Öz-şefkat
• uyku kalitesi
• depresyon
• elit sporcular

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