J Korean Acad Nurs.  2013 Oct;43(5):649-657. 10.4040/jkan.2013.43.5.649.

Effectiveness of Enneagram Group Counseling for Self-identification and Depression in Nursing College Students

• Lee JS
• Yoon JA
• Do KJ

• KMID: 1707166
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4040/jkan.2013.43.5.649

Abstract

PURPOSE
The purpose of this study was to examine effects of enneagram group counseling program on self-identification and depression in nursing college students. Three groups, categorized by how the students solve their conflicts, were selected to identify changes from the program.
METHODS
A quasi-experimental study with a non-equivalent control group and pre posttest design was used. Participants were assigned to the experimental group (n=30) or control group (n=33). The experimental group participated in enneagram group counseling program for 38 hours through eight sessions covering four different topics. Collected data were analyzed using Chi-square test, Fisher's exact test, t-test, and Wilcoxon signed rank test.
RESULTS
Total self-identity score for the experimental group was significantly higher than the control group. However, there was no significant difference between the two groups for depression scores. The Assertive and Compliant groups demonstrated significant change in self-identification while the Withdrawn groups did not reveal any change.
CONCLUSION
Results indicate that the enneagram group counseling program is very effective in establishing positive self-identification for nursing college students who face developmental crisis and stressful situations. It is also expected that this program would be useful to enhance the students' confidence through a deeper understanding and acceptance of themselves.

Keyword

Enneagram; Group counseling; Nursing college student; Self-identity; Depression

MeSH Terms

Counseling
*Depression
Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate
Female
Humans
Male
*Program Evaluation
*Self Concept
Students, Nursing/psychology
Universities
Young Adult

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