ASSOCIATION OF SLEEP POSITION WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING-A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY AMONG YOUNG ADULTS OF PAKISTAN

Background: Psychological well-being (PWB) is defined as the normal functioning of the mind that contributes to enhanced overall health for individuals. This study aims to contribute the development of psychological well-being.

Objectives: The objective of the study is to determine the association between four sleep positions and psychological well-being in young adults in Pakistan.

Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted between November 2023 and March 2024. A total of 436 participants, young adults aged 18-26, both male and female from Pakistan were included in the study. A questionnaire was distributed to the participants using Google Forms.

Results: A correlation test was conducted to evaluate the relationship between sleep position and PWB. A p-value of 0.046 indicated a significant association, with a Pearson correlation coefficient of -0.201 showing a negative association between sleep position and high psychological well-being. Additionally, a p-value of 0.035 and a correlation coefficient of 0.192 indicated a significant positive correlation between sleep position and low psychological well-being.

Conclusion: This study revealed a significant correlation between sleep position and psychological well-being (PWB). A negative correlation was found between sleep position and high psychological well-being, while a positive correlation was observed in participants with low psychological well-being.

 Keywords: Psychological Well-Being (PWB), Sleep Positions, Autonomy, Self-Acceptance.