Abstract
Advancing age is frequently accompanied by a diminution in bodily function, which can culminate in heightened dissatisfaction and a concomitant reduction in Quality of Life (QoL). Spirituality and peace of mind are posited as potential psychosocial resources that could help older adults cope with the challenges attendant to diminished body image satisfaction. This study examines the mediating roles of spirituality and peace of mind, both independently and sequentially, in the relationship between body image dissatisfaction and QoL among the elderly. Utilizing partial least squares structural equation modeling, the investigation seeks to explicate these relationships. The findings intimate that body image dissatisfaction exerts a negative influence on QoL, a trend that persists despite the spiritual states of the older adults (β = -0.155; 95% CI [- 0.237, -0.054]; p < 0.05). Peace of mind did not emerge as a significant mediator in this context (β = 0.018; 95% CI [-0.034, 0.078]; p = 0.296). Moreover, when considering the combined mediation of spirituality and peace of mind, the results underscore a marked debilitating effect (β = -0.114; 95% CI [-0.207, -0.055]; p < 0.01) indicative of the profound impact of body image dissatisfaction on QoL, transcending existential wellness and self-transcendence considerations. Hence, there is a clear imperative for targeted support to aid senior individuals facing issues with body image dissatisfaction in forging a sense of purpose and essence that could potentially translate to improved QoL.
Details
Presentation Type
Theme
Social and Cultural Perspectives on Aging
KEYWORDS
Dissatisfaction, Body Image, Spirituality, Quality of Life, Peace of Mind
