Verificação de um modelo teórico entre bem- estar subjetivo e autoestima em idosos brasileiros Verification of a model theoretical welfare subjective well-being and self-esteem in brazilian elderly

The aim of this study was to investigate the relati onship between Subjective Well-Being and Self-esteem in the elderly. The sample consisted of 219 aged 60 to 82 years old living in the north of Minas Gerais - Brazil. Confirmatory factor analysis supported the psychometric structure of the dimensions proposed by Kozma and Stones 1 for a range of well -being (MUNSH) and Rosenberg 2 for self- esteem. Observed statistical indicators that have a ssured the explanatory model of variables: Model 1 - the positive well -being was associated positively with positive self-esteem and negatively associated wit h negative self-esteem; Model 2 - there was a positiv e association welfare negative with negative self- esteem and negatively with positive self-esteem. It was verified through a systemic model the relation ship of subjective well-being with the self-esteem that aims to identify the satisfaction that the individu al has about life, social and individual perspective to co ntribute to developing a positive self-esteem. We conclude that it is very important to reflect on he alth issues of the elderly especially in relation t o development and better focus on wellness goals fost ering a better building self-esteem, perceived that improving positive BES inhibits the possibility of a negative, in other words, self-esteem dissolves t he negative image of one another.