Journal of East-West Nursing Research (동서간호학연구지)
- Volume 14 Issue 2
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- Pages.39-46
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- 2008
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- 1226-4938(pISSN)
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- 2671-8448(eISSN)
An Effect the Social Support on the Self-esteem and Life Satisfaction in Elderly
노인의 사회적 지지가 자아존중감과 생활만족도에 미치는 영향
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Jang, Sook-Hee
(Chosun Nursing College) ;
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Kim, Chang-Sook
(Chosun Nursing College) ;
- Kim, Mi-Ran (Chosun Nursing College)
- Published : 2008.12.31
Abstract
Purpose: The study was undertaken from June 1 to July 15, 2008 to assess the effect of social support on self-esteem and life satisfaction in elderly volunteers. Methods: Social support, self-esteem, and life satisfaction were determined using previously established and accepted methods. Data analyses included frequency, ANOVA, t-test, Pearson correlation coefficient, and simple regression. Results: Subjects' social support, self-esteem, and life satisfaction were closely related. The relationships of social support/self-esteem, social support/life satisfaction, and self-esteem/life satisfaction were significant. Social support accounted for 15% of self-esteem and 12% of life satisfaction. Conclusions: Social support is a very important factor influencing self-esteem and life satisfaction of the elderly. Social support, which sustains the mental health of the elderly, represents one of the best strategic nursing interventions.