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1Elderly Health Program, Institute of Health Sciences, İzmir Demokrasi University, İzmir, Türkiye.
Aim:
This study aims to determine the relationship between successful aging and happiness levels in the elderly and to explore the mediating role of general self-efficacy in this relationship.
Design:
This is a quantitative research study designed using a correlational research model between March and May 2022.
Methods:
The Mini-Mental State Examination, the Descriptive Information Form, the Successful Aging Scale, the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire Short Form and the General Self-Efficacy Scale were filled out by 144 elderly individuals living in a nursing home.
Results:
It was determined that the participants had high levels of successful aging behaviours/attitudes and good levels of happiness. It was determined that general self-efficacy had a 'partial mediating role' in the relationship between successful aging and happiness.
Conclusion:
Due to the 'partial mediating role' of general self-efficacy related to happiness and successful aging, increasing self-efficacy may positively impact happiness and successful aging.
Implications For The Profession And/Or Patient Care:
Healthcare professionals should prioritise practices and training that support the self-efficacy of the elderly for their successful ageing and happiness. Within this scope, interventions can be made to increase the elderly's participation in self-care, active engagement and intrinsic motivation.
Impact:
This study determined whether general self-efficacy has an effect on successful aging and happiness in the elderly. It was determined that general self-efficacy has a 'partial mediating role' in the relationship between successful aging and happiness. The general self-efficacy of elderly individuals is an important issue to focus on. Successful aging includes functional ability, independence and quality of life aimed at maintaining health and well-being in old age. Self-efficacy, which is thought to have an effect on successful aging, is an important determinant in initiating and maintaining behaviours that improve the health of the elderly.
Reporting Method:
This study was reported adhering to the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology checklist.
Patient Or Public Contribution:
The elderly individuals residing in a nursing home were included in the study. All participants were selected from a single nursing home. This nursing home accommodates both outpatient and bedridden elderly individuals. One section is reserved for individuals diagnosed with dementia.
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