THE FACTOR ANALYSIS QUALITY OF LIFE AND ENHANCING QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG CHINESE COLLEGE STUDENTS THROUGH INDIVIDUAL COUNSELLING

Abstract

This study was conducted in two phases with the aim of: (1 to explore the structural dimensions of quality of life among Chinese university students; and (2) to design an individualized counselling program based on the A-B-C framework to enhance students’ quality of life. The research targeted Chinese university students aged 18 to 25 and employed a quantitative research design combining both survey and experimental methods. Phase One: A total of 265 valid responses were collected through convenience sampling. Based on statistical and theoretical considerations using exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis, the study refined the measurement model by eliminating specific items and merging overlapping dimensions. The final CFA model retained 25 items across 7 dimensions, demonstrating acceptable model fit (CFI = 0.95, TLI = 0.941, RMSEA = 0.077, and CMIN/DF = 2.575). Seven dimensions of quality of life among Chinese university students were identified: Moods and Self-Perception, Social and Family Environment, Psychological Well-being, School Environment, Physical Well-being, Autonomy, and Financial Resources. Phase Two: Ten students participated in six sessions of individualized counselling based on the A-B-C framework. Results showed a statistically significant improvement in overall quality of life (mean difference = 0.501, p = 0.005), particularly in the domains of emotions, psychological well-being, and autonomy. However, no significant changes were observed in dimensions more influenced by external factors such as physical health, family relationships, and financial status. These findings suggest that while the counselling program was effective in enhancing internal aspects of well-being, its influence on externally driven quality of life factors may be limited.-