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KMID : 0869520080140020039
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Journal of East-West Nirsing Research
2008 Volume.14 No. 2 p.39 ~ p.46
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An Effect the Social Support on the Self-esteem and Life Satisfaction in Elderly
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Jang Sook-Hee
Kim Mi Ran
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Abstract
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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.
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KEYWORD
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Social support, Self-esteem, Life satisfaction, Elderly
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