PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING DESCRIPTION OF CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AT KARYA HEPHATA CENTER

Authors

  • Frida Martha Kristalia B. Maduwu Fakultas Psikologi Universitas HKBP Nommensen Medan, Indonesia
  • Togi Fitri A. Ambarita Fakultas Psikologi Universitas HKBP Nommensen Medan, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56667/dejournal.v5i1.1161

Keywords:

Psychological, Well-Being, Caregiver, Children, Special Needs

Abstract

This study provides an in-depth overview of the psychological well-being (PWB) of two caregivers living with children with special needs at Panti Karya Hephata, a social service institution in Toba Regency, North Sumatra, which benefited from this study. The study investigated six key aspects of psychological well-being: autonomy, control over the environment, positive relationships with others, self-acceptance, personal progress, and purpose in life. Ryff's theory of psychological well-being was used as a basis. Qualitative methods, using in-depth interviews and participant observation, were used to comprehensively analyze each of these aspects. The results showed that the subjects, both male and female, generally demonstrated good levels of psychological well-being. They were able to carry out caregiving tasks independently, demonstrated the ability to make decisions about the children's routines, and were able to adapt to the dynamics and difficulties of the care home environment. Their ability to organize schedules, assign tasks to the children, and create an organized and enjoyable dormitory demonstrated their independence.

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Author Biographies

Frida Martha Kristalia B. Maduwu, Fakultas Psikologi Universitas HKBP Nommensen Medan, Indonesia

Fakultas Psikologi Universitas HKBP Nommensen Medan, Indonesia

Togi Fitri A. Ambarita, Fakultas Psikologi Universitas HKBP Nommensen Medan, Indonesia

Fakultas Psikologi Universitas HKBP Nommensen Medan, Indonesia

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Published

2025-06-30

How to Cite

Maduwu, F. M. K. B., & Ambarita, T. F. A. (2025). PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING DESCRIPTION OF CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AT KARYA HEPHATA CENTER. Dharmas Education Journal (DE_Journal), 5(1), 1487–1497. https://doi.org/10.56667/dejournal.v5i1.1161

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