Psychological Capital and Quality of life of Refugees in Uganda During COVID-19 Pandemic: A Serial Mediation Model

This research investigates the role of psychological capital in enhancing quality of life among refugees in Uganda during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study examines how psychological capital effects on quality of life are serially mediated through coping strategies, adherence to COVID-19 control measures, and mental health. Data was collected from 353 South Sudanese and Somali refugees living in Kampala city suburbs and Bidibidi refugee settlement during July-August 2020. Findings show psychological capital was positively associated with approach coping, mental health, and quality of life, but negatively associated with adherence to COVID-19 control measures. The study concludes that psychological capital is an important resource for coping with COVID-19 challenges and maintaining psychological functioning and quality of life in vulnerable refugee populations.