Self-Compassion, Self-Efficacy, and Health Outcomes in Older Adults

January 19, 2026 updated by: Acibadem University

The Effect of Self-Compassion and Self-Efficacy on Postural Awareness, Pain, and Health-Promoting Lifestyle Behaviors in Older Adults

This cross-sectional observational study aims to examine the relationship between self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors in adults aged 65 years and older. Data will be collected using validated self-report questionnaires administered online. The findings are expected to contribute to a better understanding of psychological factors associated with physical and behavioral health outcomes in older adults.

Study Overview

Status

Not yet recruiting

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

Aging is associated with increased physical challenges, chronic pain, postural changes, and psychological stress. Psychological resources such as self-compassion and self-efficacy may play a protective role in maintaining both mental and physical health in older adults.

This cross-sectional observational study will recruit older adults aged 65 years and above. Participants will complete validated questionnaires assessing self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, health-promoting lifestyle behaviors, and quality of life. Statistical analyses will include correlation and regression models to examine associations and predictors of pain and health-related behaviors.

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Estimated)

150

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Contact

Study Contact Backup

Study Locations

  • Turkey (Türkiye)
    • Istanbul
      • Ataşehir, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye), 34752
        • Acıbadem University Kerem Aydınlar Campus
        • Contact:

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Older Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Older adults aged 65 years and above who are able to complete online self-report questionnaires independently.

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Aged 65 years and older
  • Able to read and understand Turkish
  • Able to complete online questionnaires independently
  • Provided informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Diagnosis of severe cognitive impairment (e.g., dementia or Alzheimer's disease)
  • Severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia or bipolar disorder)
  • Inability to complete questionnaires independently
  • Incomplete or inconsistent questionnaire responses

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Intervention / Treatment
Older Adults
Adults aged 65 years and older who complete self-report questionnaires assessing self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors.
Other: Questionnaire Assessment
Participants complete validated self-report questionnaires to assess self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors. No therapeutic or behavioral intervention is applied.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Self-compassion level
Time Frame: At baseline
Self-compassion will be assessed using the Self-Compassion Scale, a validated self-report questionnaire that evaluates individuals' compassionate attitude toward themselves across multiple dimensions.
At baseline
Self-efficacy level
Time Frame: At baseline
Self-efficacy will be assessed using the The Self-Efficacy Scale, which measures an individual's belief in their ability to cope with a variety of challenging demands in life.
At baseline

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Postural awareness
Time Frame: At baseline
Postural awareness will be evaluated using the Postural Awareness Scale, a self-report instrument assessing awareness of body posture and posture-related attentional regulation.
At baseline
Pain severity
Time Frame: At baseline
Pain severity will be assessed using the Geriatric Pain Measure, a multidimensional questionnaire designed to evaluate pain intensity and pain-related functional impact in older adults.
At baseline
Health-promoting lifestyle behaviors
Time Frame: At baseline
Health-promoting lifestyle behaviors will be assessed using the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile, which evaluates behaviors related to physical activity, nutrition, stress management, health responsibility, interpersonal relations, and self-actualization.
At baseline
Quality of life score
Time Frame: At baseline
Quality of life will be assessed using the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire, which evaluates physical, psychological, social, and environmental domains of quality of life.
At baseline

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Acibadem University

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Estimated)

January 15, 2026

Primary Completion (Estimated)

February 15, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

March 1, 2026

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

January 19, 2026

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

January 19, 2026

First Posted (Actual)

January 27, 2026

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

January 27, 2026

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

January 19, 2026

Last Verified

January 1, 2026

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • ACU-FTR-AOA3

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

UNDECIDED

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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