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The relationship between well-being, empathy, moral identity, and spirituality on prosocial behavior among Malaysian youth


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Velusamy, Yasothaa and Ma’rof, Aini Azeqa and H. Hamsan, Hanina (2024) The relationship between well-being, empathy, moral identity, and spirituality on prosocial behavior among Malaysian youth. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14 (12). pp. 912-928. ISSN 2222-6990

Abstract

This study explores the influence of well-being, empathy, moral identity, and spirituality on prosocial behavior among Malaysian youth. A quantitative approach was employed with a sample of 411 participants, using Pearson correlation and multiple regression analyses to investigate the relationships between these variables. The results revealed that moral identity was the strongest predictor of prosocial behavior, followed closely by spirituality, empathy, and well-being. These findings highlight the central role of moral identity in shaping prosocial actions, with spirituality and empathy also playing significant roles. Well-being, while slightly less influential, still contributes meaningfully to prosocial behavior by promoting emotional stability and life satisfaction. The study emphasizes the importance of fostering moral development, spiritual growth, and emotional well-being to encourage prosocial behavior in youth. Policymakers, educators, and community leaders are encouraged to implement programs that focus on these key areas to promote a more compassionate and engaged youth population.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Human Ecology
Institute for Social Science Studies
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i12/24034
Publisher: Human Resource Management Academic Research Society
Keywords: Well-being; Empathy; Moral identity; Spirituality; Prosocial behavior; Malaysian youth
Depositing User: Ms. Nur Faseha Mohd Kadim
Date Deposited: 04 Jul 2025 03:23
Last Modified: 04 Jul 2025 03:23
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URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/118301
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