Psychological Variables Related to Life Satisfaction of Older People

Bibliographic Data

ID20178698
AuthorsRoseanna Mills (corresponding author)
Year1986
Volume16
Issue2
Pages132-136
Publication date1986-04-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueTransactional Analysis Journal (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0362-1537 • E-ISSN: 2329-5244
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1177/036215378601600209
OpenAlexW2571576569
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited10

The purpose of this study is to identify factors that influence the subjective quality of life for older individuals. Specifically, the relationships of interpersonal time, life position, and stroking to life satisfaction are explored.The sample consists of 185 volunteers, ages 65 to 93. Data were obtained through questionnaires completed at senior citizen centers. Using the Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient, there are positive relationships between life satisfaction and interpersonal time (r = .14, p < .03), life position (r = .51, p < .001), and stroking (r = .15, p < .02).The general conclusions support Berne's transactional analysis theoretical formulations regarding the coexistence of an OK life position and stroking with satisfactory interpersonal interaction. This research provides empirical support for TA theory and extends its postulates to the later phase of the life cycle. Questions are raised concerning changes in stroking needs throughout the life cycle, and recommendations are made for future research

Interpersonal communication · Interpersonal relationship · Life satisfaction · Psychotherapist · Transactional analysis · Transactional leadership · Clinical Psychology · Identity, Memory, and Therapy · Personality Disorders and Psychopathology · Psychology · Social Psychology · Transactional Analysis in Psychotherapy

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