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Stress and coping among elderly African-Americans
1Nursing Department, Pensacola Junior College, Milton, FL, USA. sholt-hill@pjc.edu
Journal of National Black Nurses' Association : JNBNA
|April 7, 2010
Summary
Elderly African-Americans face significant psychological stress from various life events. Understanding their coping methods is crucial for developing targeted support strategies.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Elderly African-Americans represent a unique demographic facing distinct life challenges.
- Psychological stress and coping mechanisms are critical factors in the well-being of older adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between psychological stress levels and coping strategies in elderly African-Americans.
- To explore demographic, personal resource, and racial discrimination factors influencing stress and coping.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive correlational study design.
- Utilized four questionnaires: Demographic Personal Data Questionnaire, Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire, Stokes/Gordon Stress Scale, and Ways of Coping Questionnaire.
- Data analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation, and stepwise regression.
Main Results:
- Identified key stressors for elderly African-Americans including global concerns, physical decline, financial worries, and family time limitations.
- Examined the interplay between demographic variables, personal resources, and perceived stress.
Conclusions:
- Findings highlight the multifaceted nature of stress experienced by this population.
- Emphasizes the need for culturally sensitive interventions addressing specific stressors and promoting effective coping mechanisms.
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