The mediation role of general self-concept between social support and subjective well-being in older adults

Objective To investigate the relationship between general self-concept, social support and subjective well-being in Chinese older adults. Methods A total of 717 older adults completed the General Self-Concept Scale (GSCS), Social Support Rating Scale(SSRS) and Memorial University of Newfoundland Scale of Happiness(MUNSH). Results The self-concept score of the elderly was (2.91±0.41), social support score was (35.45±7.12) and subjective well-being score was (11.56±10.31). Social support was significantly positively related with self-concept and subjective well-being (r=0.43, P total effects |0.19|). Conclusion Social support can indirectly affect subjective well-being through self-concept. Key words: General self-concept; Social support; Subjective well-being; Older adults