J Korean Acad Adult Nurs.  2002 Dec;14(4):602-611.

The Influencing Factors on Self-actualization in Middle-aged Women

• Kim SY
• Jeon EY
• Kim KB
• Suh YO

Abstract

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to identify the influencing factor to self actualization in middle-aged women. METHOD: The subjects for this study were 191 middle-aged women selected by convenience sampling in three cities. Data collection was done using a questionnaire. The data were analyzed by using descriptive statistics, Pearson Product Moment Correlation coefficient and Stepwise Multiple Regression. RESULT: The results of this study were as follows: 1. The relationship between self-efficacy, social support, self esteem, motivation for achievement, parental satisfaction with children and self-actualization were found to have statistically significant positive correlations. But the relationship between depression and self-actualization were found to have statistically significant negative correlation. 2. Stepwise multiple regression analysis revealed that the most powerful predictor was social support. Social support, motivation for achievement and self esteem accounted for 38.1% of the variance in self-actualization in middle aged women.
CONCLUSION
According to these results, it is recommended that in order to enhance self-actualization in middle-aged women, empowerment of social support, motivation for achievement and self esteem should be pursued.

Keyword

Middle-aged Women; Self-actualization

MeSH Terms

Child
Data Collection
Depression
Female
Humans
Middle Aged
Motivation
Parents
Power (Psychology)
Self Concept