Physical Self-Concept,Possible Selves,and Well-Being Among Older Adults in Taiwan |
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| Authors: | Yawen Hsu Frank J H Lu Linda L Lin |
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| Institution: | 1. Department of Physical Education, Health, &2. Recreation , National Chiayi University , Taiwan , Republic of China tgieva@mail.ncyu.edu.tw;4. Graduate Institute of Physical Education , National Taiwan Sport University , Taiwan , Republic of China;5. Graduate Institute of Physical Education, Health &6. Leisure Studies , National Cheng Kung University , Taiwan , Republic of China |
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| Abstract: | Possible selves is an important self-related construct for older adults' health behaviors and well-being. This study examines the relationships among older adults' current physical self-concept, possible selves, and physical activity participation, and it examines the mediating effect of possible selves on the relationships between physical self-concept and well-being. One hundred and sixty-three community-dwelling older adults (M age = 70.91, SD = 6.39) in Taiwan completed the survey packet assessing physical self concept, possible selves, health-related qualities of life, and life satisfaction. Bivariate correlation analyses showed that older adults' possible selves were positively related to physical self-concept and moderate physical activity participation. In addition, the link between older adults' physical self-concept and psychological well-being was mediated partially by possible selves. The results show the significance of using the construct of possible selves to examine and promote older adults' physical activity/exercise behaviors and psychological well-being. |
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