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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Health Psychology
    • Sociology of Health

    Background:

    • Social support is recognized as a crucial factor influencing health behaviors.
    • Understanding the interplay between social support and health practices is vital for public health interventions.
    • Previous research suggests a link, but specific positive health practices and diverse adult populations warrant further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the relationship between perceived social support and specific positive health practices in adults.
    • To investigate whether marital status moderates the association between social support and health practices.
    • To explore the impact of having a confidant on social support and health practices among older adults.

    Main Methods:

    • A two-study approach surveyed 97 older adults (aged 55+) at a senior center and adults at a health fair.

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  • Participants completed the Lifestyle Questionnaire and the Personal Resources Questionnaire.
  • Statistical analyses were employed to test the study hypotheses.

    • Main Results:

    • A significant positive association was found between perceived social support and positive health practices in both samples.
    • Married participants reported higher social support and health practices than nonmarried participants, but only in the senior center sample.
    • Senior center participants with a confidant demonstrated significantly higher scores on both social support and health practices.

    Conclusions:

    • Perceived social support is positively associated with performing positive health practices across different adult groups.
    • Marital status and the presence of a confidant may play a role in enhancing social support and health practices, particularly in older adults.
    • Findings underscore the importance of social networks in promoting health behaviors.