고령친화환경과 사회참여활동 및 주관적 건강의 구조적 관계

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the structural relationship model of age-friendly environment, participation in social activities and self-rated health for elderly generations.<BR> Method: To achieve the goal of this study, a total 269 surveys collected from elderly generations were utilized for analyzing. Frequency analysis, exploratory factor analysis, reliability analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, correlation analysis and structural equating modeling were conducted using SPSS 21.0 and AMOS 21.0.<BR> Results: Main findings are as follows: First, age-friendly environment had a positive effect on participation in social activities. Second, age-friendly environment had a positive effect on self-rated health. Third, participation in social activities had a positive effect on self-rated health. Finally, participation in social activities mediated the relationship between age-friendly environment and self-rated health.<BR> Conclusion: In order to promote the health of the elderly, the community needs multilateral support for the creation of an aged-friendly environment and active participation in social participation activities.