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Original Articles

Self-Perceptions of Older Women with Osteoporosis

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Pages 59-70 | Published online: 23 Oct 2008
 

Abstract

The influence of living with osteoporosis on the selfperceptions of older women was examined. One hundred six osteoporotic women, 60 years of age and older, were interviewed. Higher self-concept scores were associated with having fewer illnesses, better mobility, ability to perform tasks of daily living more independently, ability to do housework, and being able to go out and socialize. Similarly, having fewer illnesses, better mobility, using fewer supportive devices, and performing ADLs more independently were positively related to higher self-esteem scores. Self-concept and self-esteem were also highly predictive of depressive symptoms expressed by the older women.

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