The Influence of Sociodemographic Factors on Resilience and Subjective Wellbeing among University Students

Abstract

Objective: To assess the impact of selected sociodemographic factors on resilience and SWB among female university students in southern Iraq.

 
Study Design: Descriptive cross-sectional study 
Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at the College of Education for Human Sciences, Nasiriyah City Iraq from 19th November 2024 to 13th April 2025. 

Methods: A total of 396 female students were recruited using simple random sampling. Data were collected through a validated self-administered questionnaire measuring resilience (CD-RISC-10) and global life satisfaction (GLS). Instruments were translated using a forward backward translation process and reviewed by an expert panel. Reliability coefficients ranged from 0.77 to 0.90. 

Results: A significant difference was found in resilience and subjective wellbeing based on socioeconomic class (p<0.001), with higher scores reported among students from upper-class backgrounds. No significant differences were observed in age, academic level or body mass index. 

Conclusion: Socioeconomic status significantly influences resilience and subjective wellbeing among university students. These findings underscore the importance of developing targeted mental health support programs tailored to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.