Health Resilience and Fortitude Factors in the HRS
2024
Health Resilience and Fortitude Factors in Older Adults
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Author Information
Author(s): Allen Rebecca, Smith Jacqui
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Hypothesis
How do environmental transitions and health variables relate to fortitude in older adults?
Conclusion
Environmental transitions and health factors significantly influence fortitude, loneliness, and life satisfaction in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Subjective health, transitional threat, and social engagement are related to loneliness.
- Perceived spousal support's effect on well-being decreases with higher pain intensity.
- Sleep disorders predict lower life satisfaction and relationship quality.
Takeaway
This study looks at how changes in living situations and health affect older people's strength and happiness.
Methodology
Data from the Health and Retirement Study was analyzed using stress process models and linear regression.
Participant Demographics
Older adults in the United States.
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