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    Relationship between Meaning in Life and Psychological Well-Being among First-Year Counselling Psychology Students at Selected Private Universities in Nairobi County, Kenya
    (Tangaza University, 2024-10) Caroline Nthenya Okumu
    Previous research has examined factors that affect the mental well-being of college students, specifically in regards to their academic achievements and overall university experience. Nevertheless, there is a dearth of research regarding the relationship between meaning in life and psychological well-being among first-year counselling psychology students. This relationship was examined using a relational approach rooted in positivist philosophy. The study sought to examine four research objectives: the level of meaning in life among first-year counselling psychology students; the level of psychological well-being among first-year counselling psychology students; the relationship between demographic characteristics and psychological well-being among firstyear counselling psychology students; and the relationship between meaning in life and psychological well-being among first-year counselling psychology students. The study employed a correlational research design and the sample was obtained using cluster sampling. Two theories were utilized: logotherapy theory and Ryff's six-factor model. Data was collected using two standardized scales: the Meaning in Life Questionnaire and the Ryff's Psychological Well-Being Scale. The data was analyzed using, descriptive statistics, Pearson correlational analysis and regression analysis with SPSS. The study included a sample of 102 participants from five private universities in Nairobi County, Kenya. The findings showed that n = 48 (47.1%) individuals had discovered meaning in their lives, while 50% (n = 51) were actively seeking their purpose. A hundred and one (99.0%) reported moderate psychological well-being. The study found no significant correlation between demographic characteristics and psychological well-being, specifically age (r-0.122) and gender (t-statistic of 0.171 and a p-value of 0.865, p > 0.05). Employment status yielded significant results (F = 9.760, p = 0.002), demonstrating a notable relationship in psychological well-being scores between unemployed participants, t (58) = -3.508, p = 0.001. The research indicated a positive relationship (p-value, 0.007) between the presence of meaning in life and psychological wellbeing. The study recommended targeted support programs to foster meaning; tailored support for employed and unemployed students; holistic mental health interventions; and regular monitoring and evaluation of student well-being.