Investigating Factors Influencing Classroom Emotional Climate and Their Effects on Psychological Well-Being in Nursing Students: An Exploratory Study

Abstract

Psychological well-being encompasses positive functioning on both individual and interpersonal levels, including feelings of mastery and personal growth. This study explores the impact of classroom emotional climate on psychological well-being, with a focus on nursing students. A survey was conducted among 504 young adults aged 20-25 from five nursing colleges in Vadodara. Utilizing a quantitative research approach, descriptive and inferential statistics were employed for data analysis. The findings revealed that the majority of participants reported average (67.7%) or good (30%) classroom emotional climates. Chi- square/Fisher’s exact tests demonstrated associations between demographic variables and classroom emotional climate, particularly with the medium of education, and substance use and abuse. Furthermore, associations were found between classroom emotional climate and factors such as a focused life plan, low self-worth, effective daily routine, social skills, emotional maturity, and influential personality traits. The study highlights the significance of these factors in shaping classroom emotional climates and their subsequent impact on psychological well-being. These insights provide valuable implications for educators and policymakers aiming to promote positive classroom environments conducive to students' psychological well-being.