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Self-transcendence and depression in middle-age adults.

C R Ellermann1, P G Reed

  • 1College of Nursing, University of Arizona, USA.

Western Journal of Nursing Research
|October 26, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Self-transcendence and related factors are linked to lower depression in middle-aged adults. Acceptance also appears to correlate with depression, highlighting the need for further lifespan research on well-being.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Gerontology
  • Mental Health Research

Background:

  • Self-transcendence is a known factor in mental health for older adults and those nearing end-of-life.
  • Existing theories on self-transcendence require extension to diverse age groups.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between self-transcendence and depression in middle-aged adults.
  • To explore the role of other transcendence-related variables, such as acceptance and spirituality, in depression.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Reed's Self-Transcendence Scale and the Center for Epidemiological Studies-Depression Scale.
  • Administered measures for parenting, acceptance, and spirituality to 133 middle-aged adults.
  • Employed multiple regression analysis to identify significant correlates of depression.

Main Results:

  • Found significant inverse correlations between self-transcendence and depression.
  • Identified acceptance as another potential correlate of depression.
  • Observed gender differences and age-related increases in self-transcendence levels.

Conclusions:

  • Results support existing theories on self-transcendence and its protective role against depression.
  • Highlights acceptance as a significant factor in middle-aged adults' mental health.
  • Emphasizes the importance of continued research on transcendence across the lifespan for understanding health and well-being.

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