scholarly journals The Relationship Between Social Support, Aging Expectations, and Health Behavior in Middle Age

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 409-409
Author(s):  
Hyun-E Yeom ◽  
Misook Jung ◽  
Eunyoung Park
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Health Behavior ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Attitudes Toward Aging ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Midlife is a critical period when individuals need to actively engage in healthy behaviors for healthy aging. Although both social relations and attitudes toward aging are factors related to health behavior, little is known about their relationships based on age-related differences. The purposes of this study were to investigate the influence of social support affecting health behavior through expectations regarding aging and to examine how age affects the relationship. A cross-sectional study was conducted with data from 245 midlife Koreans (mean age= 51.5) collected by a self-administered survey. Data were analyzed using the PROCESS macro in SPSS. Social support was significantly related to expectations regarding aging (r= -.135, p=.034) and health behavior (r= .223, p<.000). There was age-related difference in the relationship between social support and expectations regarding aging (β= .007, p=.038), indicating that the relationship was much stronger in the younger group. In addition, the influence of social support on health behavior through expectations regarding aging was significant in relatively young middle-aged individuals. Our findings emphasize the importance of supportive social relationships, which could affect expectations regarding aging linked to health behavior, especially for young middle-aged individuals. It is necessary to develop psycho-cognitive programs to activate social interaction and to improve positive attitudes toward aging for more active engagement in health behaviors in midlife individuals.

scholarly journals Age-Related Difference in the Relationship Between Age Stereotypes and Health Behavior in Midlife Koreans

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 447-448
Author(s):  
Hyun-E Yeom ◽  
Eunyoung Park ◽  
Misook Jung
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Health Behavior ◽  
Stress Index ◽  
Age Difference ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Related Stress ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Aging stereotypes about health may affect the interpretation of health-related changes in midlife. The purposes of this study were to examine the influence of age-related stereotypic beliefs on health behavior linked to health status and stress and to investigate whether the relationship differs by age. This is a cross-sectional study using a convenience sample of 446 Korean middle-aged adults (mean age=50.7). Data were analyzed using the PROCESS macro approach of SPSS. Age-related stereotypic beliefs affected health behavior through the evaluation of health status (Index=-.006, 95% CI [-.002, -.001]) and related stress (Index=-.002, 95% CI [-.004, -.001]). The relationship between age-related stereotypic beliefs and health status significantly differed by age (β= -.02, p=.004), indicating that individuals with stronger age-related stereotypic beliefs tended to report poorer health status as they aged. With regard to the age difference, the influence of age-related stereotypic beliefs affecting health behavior through health status and related stress became relatively stronger when midlife individuals became older. The findings of this study highlight the importance of carefully assessing age-related beliefs based on consideration of age-related differences in middle-aged individuals. Developing psychoeducational strategies to modify the negative and erroneous aging-related beliefs and to improve health behavior is warranted.

scholarly journals Social Support, Postpartum Depression, and Professional Assistance: A Survey of Mothers in the Midwestern United States

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Catherine P. Corrigan ◽  
Andrea N. Kwasky ◽  
Carla J. Groh
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Professional Help ◽  
Life Event ◽  
Becoming A Mother ◽  
Professional Assistance ◽  
The Relationship

ABSTRACTTransition into motherhood is generally a joyful life event; for some women, however, it is marked by emotional turmoil. Lack of support can be associated with postpartum depression and can compromise both the mother and infant. A descriptive, cross-sectional study (N = 61) was conducted to explore the relationship between social support and postpartum depression and to determine whether mothers overwhelmed with childcare, or overwhelmed with life in general since becoming a mother, sought professional help. The results revealed that screening for depression alone may not be sufficient, that mothers are willing to contact a professional for help in the postpartum period, and that assessments after birth should include a broader assessment of life’s difficulties rather than focusing on childcare responsibilities alone.

scholarly journals Social support network, mental health and quality of life: a cross-sectional study in primary care

2016 ◽  
Vol 32 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
Flávia Batista Portugal ◽  
Mônica Rodrigues Campos ◽  
Celina Ragoni Correia ◽  
Daniel Almeida Gonçalves ◽  
Dinarte Ballester ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Support Network ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Social Support Network ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Social

The objective of this study was to identify the association between emotional distress and social support networks with quality of life in primary care patients. This was a cross-sectional study involving 1,466 patients in the cities of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 2009/2010. The General Health Questionnaire, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and the brief version of the World Health Organization Quality of Life Instrument were used. The Social Support Network Index classified patients with the highest and lowest index as socially integrated or isolated. A bivariate analysis and four multiple linear regressions were conducted for each quality of life outcome. The means scores for the physical, psychological, social relations, and environment domains were, respectively, 64.7; 64.2; 68.5 and 49.1. In the multivariate analysis, the psychological domain was negatively associated with isolation, whereas the social relations and environment domains were positively associated with integration. Integration and isolation proved to be important factors for those in emotional distress as they minimize or maximize negative effects on quality of life.

scholarly journals Early exclusive breastfeeding cessation and postpartum depression: Assessing the mediating and moderating role of maternal stress and social support

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. e0251419
Author(s):  
Md Jahirul Islam ◽  
Lisa Broidy ◽  
Kathleen Baird ◽  
Mosiur Rahman ◽  
Khondker Mohammad Zobair
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Maternal Stress ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Model ◽  
New Mothers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Relationship

Background Early termination of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) and postpartum depression (PPD) are both recognized as global health problems. Recent literature reviews demonstrate a notable link between PPD and breastfeeding outcomes, however, the underlying mechanisms linking the two remain unclear. Objectives The aim of the study is to: 1) explore the comparative risk for PPD among new mothers who terminated EBF before the 6-month mark, compared to those who did not; and 2) test whether maternal stress and social support operate to mediate and/or moderate the relationship between EBF and PPD. Methods Between October 2015 and January 2016, a cross-sectional study was carried out among 426 new mothers of Bangladesh who were six months postpartum. Results Based on the multivariate logistic regression model, non-exclusively breastfeeding mothers were 7.58-fold more likely to experience PPD (95% CI [3.94, 14.59]) than exclusively breastfeeding mothers. Additionally, maternal stress and social support not only partially mediate the relationship between EBF and PPD but also substantially moderate this relationship. Specifically, the odds of PPD are significantly higher among mothers who had early EBF interruption in conjunction with increased stress levels and limited social support. Conclusions Current evidence suggests that concurrent screening for EBF difficulties and maternal stress are important red flags that might hint at complications even before mother’s screen positive for PPD. Support and care from family members can provide assistance in overcoming this issue.

scholarly journals Hubungan Perilaku Caring Perawat Dengan Tingkat Harapan Sembuh Pada Pasien Kanker Yang Menjalani Program Kemoterapi Di Rumah Sakit Baladhika Husada Jember

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 169-177
Author(s):  
Alvinda Apriliatul Jannah ◽  
Anisah Ardiana ◽  
Retno Purwandari
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Patient Comfort ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Patients With Cancer ◽  
Caring Behavior ◽  
Nurse Caring ◽  
The Relationship

Hope is a crucial issue in patients with cancer. Hope can be increased by providing social support. Social support can be obtained from the nurses caring behavior. This research aimed to analyze the relationship between nurses caring behavior and recovery hope level of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy program at Baladhika Husada Hospital in Jember. A cross-sectional study was conducted to 112 respondents using the Caring Behavior Inventory (CBI-24) questionnaire and Scale of Hope. The data were analyzed applying the Kendall Tau B (τ) correlation. The results showed that there was a relationship between nurses caring behavior with the level of recovery expectancy of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy programs at Baladhika Husada Hospital in Jember (p-value <0.001; τ = 0.375). Nurse caring behavior increases patient comfort and makes patients more enthusiastic about undergoing therapy. Patients feel valued and get more information from nurses. Therefore, the patient's recovery hopes can increase. This study concludes that nurses caring behavior can increase the expectation of recovery of cancer patients. Abstrak Harapan adalah hal krusial pada pasien kanker. Harapan dapat ditingkatkan dengan pemberian dukungan sosial yang bisa didapat dari perilaku caring perawat. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis hubungan perilaku caring perawat dengan tingkat harapan sembuh pasien kanker yang menjalani program kemoterapi di Rumah Sakit Baladhika Husada Jember. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode cross sectional dan 112 responden didapatkan dengan teknik sampel purposive samping. Data didapatkan melalui kuesioner CBI-24 dan kuesioner skala harapan. Analisis pada penelitian ini menggunakan uji korelasi Kendall Tau B (τ). Hasil menunjukkan terdapat hubungan antara perilaku caring perawat dengan tingkat harapan sembuh pasien kanker yang menjalani program kemoterapi di Rumah Sakit Baladhika Husada Jember (p value < 0,001; τ = 0,375). Perilaku caring perawat dapat meningkatkan kenyamanan pasien dan membuat pasien lebih semangat menjalankan terapi yang dijalani. Pasien merasa dinilai dan mendapatkan informasi lebih dari perawat. Maka dari itu, harapan sembuh pasien dapat meningkat. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah perilaku caring perawat dapat meningkatkan harapan sembuh pasien kanker.  

scholarly journals The relationship between social support and functional capacity in elderly persons with cognitive alterations

2012 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 677-684 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tábatta Renata Pereira de Brito ◽  
Sofia Cristina Iost Pavarini
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Functional Capacity ◽  
Care Pathway ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Katz Index ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Cognitive Alterations

The objective of this study was to identify the relationship between social support and the functional capacity of elderly persons with cognitive alterations. It is a descriptive, cross-sectional and quantitative study. The subjects were 101 elderly persons registered in Family Health Centers whose performance in the Mini-Exam for Mental Status was below a certain specified level in a previous study. The Medical Outcomes Study questionnaire, Katz Index and Pfeffer Questionnaire were applied. The dimensions of material, affective, emotional, informational and positive social interaction support resulted in an average final score of 74.32 points, indicating a better level of material and affective support in relation to the other dimensions of support. There was a statistically significant correlation between emotional support and the Katz Index. Knowledge about this relationship favors the development of a nursing care pathway for the elderly which is capable of maintaining their functional capacity and ensuring satisfactory social relations.

Social support as a mediator variable of the relationship between depression and life satisfaction in a sample of Saudi caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's disease

2016 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 239-248 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shatha Jamil Khusaifan ◽  
Mogeda El Sayed El Keshky
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Moderator Variable ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Informal Social Support ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Mediator Variable

ABSTRACTBackground:Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease (AD) is very challenging. Social support may play a crucial role in helping caregivers to adapt better to their caregiving role. The aim of this study is to explore the role of social support as a moderator variable of the relationship between depression and life satisfaction in caregivers for patients with AD in Saudi Arabia.Methods:In this cross-sectional study, 122 caregivers for patients with AD completed questionnaires assessing informal social support, depressive symptoms, and general life satisfaction.Results:The demographic characteristics showed that 79% (n = 96) of caregivers were females and between the ages of 20 and 50. Higher levels of social support positively correlated with reported higher levels of life satisfaction (r = 0.483, p < 0.001). Depression was negatively correlated with social support (r = −0.418, p < 0.001) and life satisfaction scores (r = −0.553, p = < 0.001). Social support was found to be a partial mediator variable, mediating approximately 23.05% of the total effect of depression on life satisfaction (Sobel = −3.065, p = 0.002).Conclusion:Informal social support can act as a mediator variable in the relationship of depression and life satisfaction in caregivers of AD patients. Improving the informal social support networks may help in coping with caregiving burden and better quality of life.

scholarly journals A INFLUÊNCIA DO SUPORTE SOCIAL NA VINCULAÇÃO PAI/BEBÉ

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Carla Cruz ◽  
Paula Nelas ◽  
Emília Coutinho ◽  
Cláudia Chaves ◽  
Odete Amaral
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Family Satisfaction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Psychosocial Variable ◽  
Satisfaction Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Social ◽  
Sample Characterization ◽  
Social Demographic

Abstract.THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL SUPPORT ON PARENT/BABY BONDINGBackground: The social support is an important factor in the establishment of bonding between parent and baby, because it involve the quality of social relations in the family. This factor has been pointed out a psychosocial variable involved in adaptation to parenthood.Objective: Investigate the influence between social support and bonding of father and baby.Methods: This study is a cross-sectional study, correlational descriptive, quantitative, attended by 349 parents, aged between 19 and 55, with an average age of 31,84 (sd=6,067). To providing a reliable sample characterization the social-demographic, obstetric and pregnancy variables, we applied questionnaires and also the Satisfaction Scale with the Social Support (Ribeiro, 1999) and Bonding Scale (Figueiredo et al., 2005).Results: This study reveals that positive bonding is influenced by age (p=0,010), qualifications (p=0,045), first child (p=0,027), communication with fetus (p=0,005) and be present during labor (p=0,045). Regarding to social support: - Positive bonding and “satisfaction with friends” (p=0,011); - Negative bonding and “intimacies” (p=0,011); - Total bonding and “family satisfaction” (p=0,001).Conclusion: The data undoubtedly show the importance of nurse specialists in maternal health who must involve the father since the beginning of pregnancy. Since social support is key to bonding, it is essential that health professionals support and integrate the father in the adjustement process to parenthood.Keywords: Father; Baby; Labor; Bonding; Social Support.Resumo.Enquadramento: O suporte social é um fator relevante no estabelecimento de laços afetivos entre pai e bebé, pois envolve a qualidade das relações sociais centradas na família. Este tem sido apontado como uma variável psicossocial envolvida na adaptação à parentalidade.Objetivo: Estabelecer a relação entre o suporte social e a vinculação (bonding) entre o pai e o bebé.Método: Trata-se de um estudo transversal, descritivo-correlacional, de natureza quantitativa, com uma amostra de 349 pais média de idade 31,84 anos, dp= 6,067). O instrumento de colheita de dados foi o questionário que permitiu caracterizar a amostra nas variáveis sociodemográficas, de gravidez e parto e foi ainda incluída a Escala de Satisfação com o Suporte Social (Ribeiro, 1999) e Escala de Bonding (Figueiredo et al., 2005).Resultados: Os resultados demonstram que o bonding positivo é influenciado pela idade (p=0,010), habilitações literárias (p=0,045), ser primeiro filho (p=0,027), comunicação com o feto (p=0,005), presença no trabalho de parto (p=0,045). Quanto ao suporte social foi encontrada relação entre o bonding positivo e “satisfação com os amigos” (p=0,011); bonding negativo e “intimidades” (p=0,011) e bonding total e “satisfação com a família” (p=0,001).Conclusão: O papel do enfermeiro especialista em saúde materna assume-se como primordial, devendo envolver o pai desde o início da gravidez. Dada a importância que o suporte social asume no estabelecimento do bonding, é imprescindível que os profissionais de saúde apoiem e integrem o pai no processo de adaptação à parentalidade.Palavras-chave: Pai; Bebé; Trabalho de Parto; Bonding; Suport.

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