Family Health Stress and Insomnia Symptoms in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Jang Jeein
Primary Institution: University of Massachusetts Boston
Hypothesis
The study investigates the association between family health stress and insomnia symptoms among older adults, and how relationships with their children may moderate this relationship.
Conclusion
Older adults facing family health stress are more likely to experience severe insomnia symptoms, and positive relationships with children can help mitigate this effect.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults with 'somewhat upsetting' family health stress had 24% higher odds of severe insomnia symptoms.
- Those with 'very upsetting' family health stress had 50% higher odds of severe insomnia symptoms.
- Positive and negative relationships with children moderated the effect of 'somewhat upsetting' stress on insomnia symptoms.
Takeaway
When older people worry about their family's health, they often have trouble sleeping, but having a good relationship with their kids can help them sleep better.
Methodology
The study used ordered logistic regressions to analyze data from the Health and Retirement Study, focusing on insomnia severity and family health stress.
Participant Demographics
Adults aged 50 and above.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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