The level and factors associated with self-supporting ability of rural empty-nest older adults
Objective To explore the status quo and factors influencing self-supporting ability of rural empty-nest older adults and to provide reference for targeted intervention.Methods A total of 925 rural empty-nest older adults were investigated using a general information questionnaire,the Elderly Alienation Scale,and the Self-supporting Ability Questionnaire for Elderly People.Results The sample scored(140.45±17.59)for self-supporting ability and(45.52±5.28)for alienation.There was a negative correlation between alienation and self-supporting ability(r=—0.533,P＜0.05).The results of multiple regression analysis showed that,educational background,monthly household per capita income,marital status(currently with spouse or not),and alienation were factors influencing self-supporting ability(adjusted R2=0.430,all P＜0.05).Conclusion Self-supporting ability among rural emp-ty-nest older adults is relatively low,and effective interventions should be formulated based on the influencing factors.
empty-nest older adultsrural areaself-supporting abilityalienationinfluencing factorinvestigation and analysisgerontological nursing
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