Abstract
Objective: To determine the strength of 'accepting the past' as a predictor of depression in older women. Method: 73 older women living in a retirement village completed a self-report questionnaire. Results: Depression was predicted by lower levels of social support, physical independence and postive affect, and more difficulty accepting the past. Conclusion: The mental health of older women in residential care may be improved by programs to facilitate accepting the past and improve social support.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 40-42 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Australasian Journal on Ageing |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2000 |