Grantangi: A feasibility study of a One-Day Gratitude Intervention in Suriname

Gratitude interventions are easily applicable, evidence-based interventions aimed at increasing well-being. We conducted a quasi-experimental one group study to assess the effects of a 2hr 1-day gratitude intervention on mental well-being among adults living in Suriname. Mental well-being and positive and negative affect were measured at pre-test, post-test, and 4-week follow up. Baseline data of 60 participants who met study criteria was analysed. Analyses of post-test data included assessments from 36 participants,
34 of whom completed follow-up assessments. Results from a paired sample t-test showed a significant increase in subjective well-being, psychological well-being, social well-being, and positive affect, with small to moderate effect sizes; and a significant decrease in negative affect, with a moderate effect size at post-test. When comparing post-test and follow-up assessments, no significant difference was found between scores in mental well-being,
social well-being, and negative affect; but there was a significant increase in positive affect and emotional and psychological well-being. This study provides preliminary evidence that a 1-day gratitude intervention can increase mental well-being among the general population