Self-regulatory coping among community dwelling older adults with multiple chronic conditions

Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

1-1-2023

Journal

Journal of multimorbidity and comorbidity

Volume

13

DOI

10.1177/26335565231207538

Keywords

Coping; multiple chronic conditions; older adult; qualitative research; self-regulation

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: Many older adults with multiple chronic conditions (MCC) frequently experience hospitalizations, functional limitations, and poor quality of life. Outcomes may be improved by promoting self-regulation, which may individuals respond to health threats and manage their health conditions. The aim of this study was to describe self-regulatory coping among older adults with MCC. METHODS: A qualitative descriptive study using semi-structured interviews and content analysis and guided by the Common-Sense Self-Regulation Model. Seventeen community-dwelling older adults with two or more chronic conditions participated in our study. RESULTS: Three themes were developed from the analysis: (1) coping in the absence of a health event, (2) : coping during a health event, and (3) appraisal of coping success. DISCUSSION: Self-regulatory coping was influenced by individual beliefs and experiences (), context, self-efficacy and availability of support and resources to cope with MCC. These findings suggest implications for clinical practice and future self-regulation interventions for older adults with MCC.

Department

Nursing Faculty Publications

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