Childhood Difficulties and Late-Life Depressive Symptoms: The Role of Education and Family Coping
2024
Childhood Difficulties and Late-Life Depression
Sample size: 3234
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Lee Seolah, Seong Minju, Kang Miseon, Jung Inhye, Lee Hyo Jung
Primary Institution: Yonsei University
Hypothesis
How are childhood difficulties associated with late-life psychological well-being?
Conclusion
Childhood difficulties negatively impact older adults' psychological well-being through education deprivation and poor family coping strategies.
Supporting Evidence
- Childhood difficulties are linked to depressive symptoms in older adults.
- Education level mediates the relationship between childhood difficulties and depression.
- Family coping strategies also play a role in this relationship.
Takeaway
If kids have a tough time growing up, it can make them sad when they get older, especially if they didn't get a good education or have good family support.
Methodology
The study used a serial mediation model with data from the Korean Welfare Panel Study.
Participant Demographics
Respondents aged 60-79 years old from South Korea.
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