Assessed five scales as mental health measures for older persons (N=318). The internal consistency reliabilities for the anxiety, depression, and well-being scales were moderately high to high, but the reliabilities for the affect balance scale suggest some caution. Cutting points for the well-being and depression scales are suggested. (Author/JAC)

Investigates the consequences of the Great Depression experiences on middle- and working-class women by examining their well-being in old age 40 years later. Results showed consistently adverse effects of economic loss for working-class women and benign outcomes among women of higher status. (Author/RM)

Examined the role of social support from parents and others for the psychological well-being of 98 widows. Survey results showed aged parents were the most crucial sources of support; support from others was virtually ineffective. This research suggests important ways middle-aged children may depend upon elderly parents. (Author/JAC)

Describes the correlates of life satisfaction and desired control among 79 elderly residents by assessing residents at three points in time. Both life satisfaction and desired control were intercorrelated and related to other indices of psychological well-being at all three points in time. (Author/RC)

Compared the life satisfaction of elderly Whites and Blacks. Showed that most factors influencing life satisfaction of elderly people have similar effects among Blacks and Whites. Although greater numbers of physical impairments lead to lower life satisfaction for both races, the negative effect is considerably stronger among Blacks. (Author/JAC)

Examined the Life Satisfaction Index A (LSIA) by factor analytic techniques. Although the results indicated a strong need for caution, there was evidence of an alternative interpretation of the LSIA that has a degree of consistency across racial and gender categories. These findings raise implicit questions about prior research. (Author/JAC)

Examined the hypothesis that family and friendship measures would moderate each other's associations with measures of children's perceptions of their adjustment and well-being. Subjects were 138 early adolescents and their parents. Stronger associations were observed between the family measures and the adjustment measures in children without a…

Examines time child is in child care, who gives it, the congruence of actual care and preferred care, and other factors that affect the marital satisfaction and emotional well-being of parents of infants. Found that father child care, when preferred, has positive effect on mother emotional well-being. (MT)

Discusses a study that examined the accomplishments of 167 women (ages 45-70) who had been in an honors dormitory. Dabrowski's theory of development is explained and used in analyzing the women's characteristics, including their value of relationships over professional achievements, optimism, moral sensitivity, productivity, and balance. (CR)

Describes how creative arts are enmeshed in historical and contemporary Native spiritual and humanistic value systems. Claims that the interconnectedness of creative arts and Native existence represents a feasible option for helping professionals who work with this population. Presents examples to support the potential of this intervention. (RJM)

The relation between person and environment fit, defined on the basis of career-related aspects and occupational satisfaction, was examined. The characteristics of 12 occupations along 36 career-related aspects were elicited from 12 career counselors. Thirty professionals in each of the 12 occupations reported their preferences in the same set of…

Examined the relationship between moving home, family structure, and children's well-being in the National Child Development Study (NCDS) Second-Generation, a study following over 17,000 Britons born in 1 week in 1958. Found little to no association between moving home and children's well-being. Associations between family living arrangements and…

Poverty, inequality, and discrimination endanger women's well-being. Poverty is a consistent predictor of depression in women. Economic inequalities relate to reduced life expectancy and various negative physical health consequences. Discrimination maintains inequalities, lessens economic security, and exposes women to unmerited contempt.…

This study examined whether coping efforts and social support mediated long-term sequelae of child maltreatment among 302 college students who reported having been maltreated as children. Perceived social support and ways of coping with earlier maltreatment were found to be strong mediating factors and essential to an understanding of the…

Due to the multidimensional nature of depression, it is necessary to create assessment tools and treatment strategies that address the complex integration of the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions. Based on a review of medical and counseling literature, four dimensions of spiritual wellness are proposed. Suggests that training…