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Milieu change and relocation adjustment in elders.
Abir K Bekhet1, Jaclene A Zauszniewski, May L Wykle
1Alexandria University.
Western Journal of Nursing Research
|November 22, 2007
Summary
Elder relocation adjustment is improved by positive thinking and learned resourcefulness. Resourcefulness moderates the link between relocation control and adjustment, highlighting the need for supportive interventions.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Relocation is a significant life event for older adults, often leading to challenges in adjustment and daily functioning.
- Rosenbaum's theory of learned resourcefulness posits that positive cognitions and resourcefulness can mitigate adverse effects of major life changes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationships between positive cognitions, learned resourcefulness, relocation controllability, and relocation adjustment in elders.
- To examine the moderating role of learned resourcefulness in the context of elder relocation.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study design.
- Sample comprised 104 cognitively unimpaired elders (aged 65+) who had relocated to retirement communities.
- Data collected on positive cognitions, learned resourcefulness, relocation controllability, and adjustment.
Main Results:
- Positive cognitions directly and positively influenced both learned resourcefulness and relocation adjustment.
- Learned resourcefulness demonstrated a moderating effect on the relationship between relocation controllability and adjustment.
- Controlling for covariates, these relationships remained significant.
Conclusions:
- Enhancing positive thinking and learned resourcefulness is crucial for elders undergoing relocation.
- Interventions should aim to foster these attributes to improve adjustment outcomes.
- Creating a supportive therapeutic environment within retirement communities is essential.
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