Enhancing a Sense of Independence and Psychological Well-Being Among the Elderly: A Field Experiment

Searle, Mark S.; Mahon, Michael J.; Iso‐Ahola, Seppo E.; Adam, Heather J.; Dyck, Joanne van

doi:10.1080/00222216.1995.11949737

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“…It should be noted that these effects were present after we controlled for both optimism and negative affect. The association of age with reducing activities in response to illness is consistent with studies from leisure sciences (e.g., Jackson & Dunn, 1988;Searle, Mahon, Iso-Ahola, Sdrolias, & van Dyck, 1995), which indicate that older persons are less likely to benefit from the association of high levels of general activity with increased positive affect (Holahan, 1988) because they are less likely to replace activities as they age (Searle, Mactavish, & Brayley, 1993). Our data suggest that the ability to sustain activity influences subsequent positive affect in the face of chronic illness and does so over and above the benefits of an optimistic outlook.…”

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confidence: 71%

Giving Up and Replacing Activities in Response to Illness

Duke¹,

Leventhal²,

Brownlee³

et al. 2002

The Journals of Gerontology Series B: Psychological Sciences an

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Data from a longitudinal study of 250 older adults were used to examine activity loss and replacement as a consequence of an important illness episode. Multiple regression analyses revealed that reductions in activity were predicted by physical factors, specifically illness chronicity and severity. In contrast, replacing lost activities was facilitated by social support and optimism and inhibited by a belief in the need to conserve physical resources. An examination of the long-term benefits of replacing activities revealed that older adults who replaced a lost activity had higher positive affect levels 1 year after illness onset than those who did not replace activities. Continuing activity during illness episodes can help maintain positive well-being over time.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 71%

Giving Up and Replacing Activities in Response to Illness

Duke¹,

Leventhal²,

Brownlee³

et al. 2002

The Journals of Gerontology Series B: Psychological Sciences an

117

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“…Results of such programs include increased initiation of leisure activities, increased feelings of control in leisure, and increased independence in leisure. 14,39,54 It is clear that unless effective programs to facilitate the establishment and maintenance of supportive relationships and leisure activities are developed and implemented, the goal of full inclusion in the community will remain unrealized. The neglect of relevant leisure programming for persons with intellectual disability is a major barrier to empowerment, self-determination, and successful community adjustment.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…35,36 Research examining the effectiveness of intervention on the acquisition of social skills relevant to leisure participation showed that participants were able to maintain many social skills for years following intervention, including increased initiation of leisure activities, increased feelings of control in leisure, and increased independence in leisure. 14,[37][38][39] The purpose of the present study was to explore the social life and level of quality of life among adults with intellectual disability in two different residential settings: foster homes and community living arrangements. Three hypotheses were examined: …”

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Do persons with intellectual disability have a social life?The Israeli reality

Duvdevany¹

2008

Salud pública Méx

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Living in the community does not, in and of itself, guarantee social integration and inclusion for persons with intellectual disability. Social life and leisure participation can indicate the beginning of such a process and its impact on the quality of life. The present study investigated the social life quality of persons with intellectual disability who live in community settings or with foster families and its impact on their quality of life. The sample consisted of 85 adults with intellectual disability, ranging in age from 18 to 55 years. Forty-five of them lived in community residential settings and 40 lived with foster families in Israel. Five questionnaires were used: 1) a demographic questionnaire; 2) Quality of Life Questionnaire; 1 3) the Revised UCLA Loneliness Scale; 2 4) Social Relationships List; 3 and 5) Leisure Activities List. 3 The main findings showed no significant differences between the two groups in social life or feelings of loneliness. Foster residents were more involved and more independent in their leisure activities than were those who lived in community residences. An association between social life and quality of life was partly confirmed. The need for intervention programs and leisure education programs is discussed. ResumenEl hecho de vivir en una comunidad no garantiza, por sí mismo, ni la integración ni la inclusión de los discapacitados intelectuales. Las amistades y la participación en actividades recreativas pueden ser indicadores de que tal proceso comienza a darse y de su impacto en la calidad de vida. El presente trabajo investigó la calidad de vida social de personas con discapacidad intelectual que viven en residencias comunitarias y con familias adoptivas y su impacto en cuanto a calidad de vida. La muestra consistió de 85 adultos con discapacidad intelectual de edad entre 18 y 55 años. Cuarenta y cinco de ellos viven en áreas comunitarias residenciales y 40 con familias adoptivas en Israel. Se utilizaron cinco cuestionarios: 1) un cuestionario demográfico; 2) el Cuestionario de Calidad de Vida; 1 3) la Escala de Soledad Revisada de la UCLA; 2 4) el Catálogo de Relaciones Sociales; 3 y 5) el Catálogo de Actividades Recreativas.3 En general no se encontraron diferencias significativas entre los dos grupos en lo referente al número de amistades o en cuanto a los sentimientos de soledad. Los residentes con familias adoptivas tendieron a involucrarse más y a ser más independientes en sus actividades recreativas que los que vivían en residencias comunitarias. Se confirmó en parte una relación entre vida social y calidad de vida. Se discute la necesidad de programas de intervención y educación de la recreación.

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“…De plus le niveau de qualité de vie subjective demeure, selon Searle et al (1995) ou Steinkamp et Kelly (1987), une considéra-tion importante quant au maintien d'un style de vie actif chez les personnes âgées.…”

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La qualité de vie chez les personnes âgées fréquentant un centre de jour francophone de la région d’Ottawa

Gravelle¹,

Denis-Ménard²

1996

Reflets : Revue ontaroise d'intervention sociale et communautai

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Enhancing a Sense of Independence and Psychological Well-Being Among the Elderly: A Field Experiment

Cited by 84 publications

References 25 publications

Giving Up and Replacing Activities in Response to Illness

Giving Up and Replacing Activities in Response to Illness

Do persons with intellectual disability have a social life?The Israeli reality

La qualité de vie chez les personnes âgées fréquentant un centre de jour francophone de la région d’Ottawa

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