The effect of self-transcendence and loneliness on quality of life of the elderly
자기초월과 고독감이 재가 노인의 삶의 질에 미치는 영향

Soon Yi Kim
2015 Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society  
purpose : The purpose of this study was examine the effect of self-transcendence and loneliness on quality of life of the elderly. Method : This was a descriptive survey study. The subjects was 171 elderly persons. Descriptive statistics, Pearson's correlation, and stepwise multiple regression were used in analysis of data. Results : Average score were 2.7 for self-transcendence, 2.0 for loneliness, and 3.0 for quality of life. Statistically significant positive correlations were observed
more » ... n quality of life and self-transcendence. however, from the statistical point view, significantly negative correlation was observed between quality of life and loneliness. self-transcendence, economic status, general health status, loneliness and spouse were significant predictors of quality of life. Conclusion : This study will provide basic information for use in development of a program to encourage a quality of life for elderly persons.
doi:10.5762/kais.2015.16.10.6679 fatcat:jifigcqzqvgwpbr2a4tskj76om