Abstract
Objective: This study examined the correlation between life satisfaction, depression, and lifestyle (physical activity, eating habits, participation frequency, and participation diversity) among the oldest-old in Korea, and analyzed lifestyle factors that affect life satisfaction and depression. Methods: The independent variables analyzed in this study were physical activity, regular eating habits, participation frequency, and participation diversity as lifestyle factors, and dependent variables were life satisfaction and depression. For analysis, correlation analysis and multiple regression analysis were performed through SPSS. Results: As a result of multiple regression analysis, it was confirmed that participation frequency (t = 6.262, p < 0.001) and regular diet (t = 4.627, p < 0.001) had statistical significance as factors influencing life satisfaction, and depression was identified as a factor influencing participation frequency (t = 6.540, p < 0.001) and regular diet (t = 4.061, p < 0.001), which had statistical significance. Conclusion: This study identified lifestyle factors affecting life satisfaction and depression among the oldest-old in Korea. Therefore, based on the results of this study, a lifestyle-based multifaceted intervention program is needed to improve life satisfaction and depression in the oldest-old in Korea.
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