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Subjective well-being among the rural elderly population
International Journal of Aging & Human Development
|January 1, 1988
Summary
Psychosocial factors like social support and mastery are linked to subjective well-being in rural older adults. These findings in the elderly population align with those in general and other elderly groups.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Subjective well-being is crucial for the elderly population.
- Understanding psychosocial influences on well-being in rural elderly is important.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between psychosocial factors and subjective well-being.
- Focus on rural elderly persons.
Main Methods:
- Utilized bivariate correlation, canonical correlation, and multiple regression analyses.
- Assessed a broad range of psychosocial factors (e.g., mastery, social support, perceived health).
- Measured subjective well-being (e.g., positive/negative affect, life satisfaction).
Main Results:
- Significant relationships were found between subjective well-being and psychosocial factors.
- Findings were consistent with other elderly and general populations.
- Specific factors like mastery and social support showed notable correlations.
Conclusions:
- Psychosocial factors play a significant role in the subjective well-being of rural elderly individuals.
- The identified relationships are comparable across different demographic groups.
- Further research can explore interventions targeting these factors.