Peran Ruminasi Adaptif dalam Memediasi Pengaruh Self-compassion terhadap Post Traumatic Growth pada Ibu dengan Anak Down Syndrome

Abstract

This study examined the effect of self-compassion on posttraumatic growth (PTG) and the mediating role of adaptive rumination among mothers of children with Down Syndrome in Medan. Using a quantitative cross-sectional design, data were collected from 139 respondents through purposive sampling. The Indonesian versions of the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI), the Self-Compassion Scale (Skala Welas Diri), and the Adaptive Reflective Rumination Scale were employed. PLS-SEM analysis showed that self-compassion had a positive and significant direct effect on PTG (β = 0.182; p < 0.001). Adaptive rumination also significantly mediated the relationship between self-compassion and PTG (β = 0.303; p < 0.001). Moreover, positive significant direct relationships were found between selfcompassion and adaptive rumination, as well as between adaptive rumination and PTG. These findings indicate that through meaning-making efforts, selfcompassionate mothers are able to achieve positive psychological growth following the challenges of raising a child with Down Syndrome. The results offer important implications for supporting the well-being of mothers of children with Down Syndrome.