The mediation role of general self-concept between social support and subjective well-being in older adults
2018
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
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