Predictors of Health Locus of Control in Older Adults

摘要

Health locus of control has been shown to influence how individuals approach their health and health-related decisions. The present study examined the variables predictive of older adults' health locus of control. A total of 261 adults aged 54-84 years completed a questionnaire about their health, approach to health, and background information about themselves. The results revealed that demographic indicators, health-related variables, and psychological variables-particularly health risk tolerance, future time perspective, health self-efficacy, and emotional instability-were related to older adults' health locus of control. Findings have implications for programs aimed at modifying older adults' health locus of control.