Introduction: The effect of emotion regulation on life
difficulties has been a focus of attention for researchers
and scientists. The aim of this investigation was to
examine the relationships among affect regulation and
worry with mental health and quality of life.
Method: The sample consisted of 193 students from
Imam Khomeini University who were selected by a
categorical randomized method. The
... [Show full abstract] General Health
Questionnaire, the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation
Scale, the Short Form (36) Health Survey and the Worry
Questionnaire, were used to measure variables. Data were
analyzed using correlation coefficient and regression
analysis.
Results: Significant relationships were observed between
affect deregulation and worry about quality of life and
mental health. Among affect regulation components,
acceptance was positively related and clarity was
negatively related with quality of life and mental health.
Significant correlations were observed between worry and
all components (except body-related components) of
mental health and quality of life. The results of a
regression analysis showed that worry, acceptance, and
clarity predict variability in mental health and life quality.
Conclusion: Emotion regulation can affect mental health
and quality of life. Worry had a negative effect on quality
of life and mental health.