Perceived Stress as a Mediator of the Association Between Psychological Resilience and Functional Declines
2024
The Role of Stress in Aging and Resilience
Sample size: 1397
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kim Eunsaem, Lee Yunhwan, Kim Miji, Kim Sukyung, Shin YooGyung, Han Jimin
Primary Institution: Ajou University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
Perceived stress mediates the relationship between psychological resilience and functional declines in older adults.
Conclusion
Older adults with high psychological resilience are less likely to develop frailty, and this effect is mediated by perceived stress and physical functioning.
Supporting Evidence
- High psychological resilience is linked to lower frailty.
- Perceived stress and physical functioning mediate the relationship between resilience and frailty.
- Cognitive appraisal of stress also plays a role in this relationship.
Takeaway
Older people who can handle stress well are less likely to become frail as they age.
Methodology
Data from the 2023 Korean Frailty and Aging Cohort Study was analyzed using a parallel-serial mediation model.
Participant Demographics
Participants were aged 72-90, with a mean age of 82.2.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI = -.078, -.002
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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