The buffering effect of spousal support in later life: mediated and moderated pathways from negative life events to loneliness among older adults
This study provides the first empirical evidence for the dual-directional moderating role of spousal support, which not only buffers against stress but also cultivates relational adaptability. Findings offer critical theoretical insights for developing family-centered mental health interventions tailored to older adults.
Authors
- Guangjie Yuan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3302-8929)
- Jiaojian Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0421-5709)
- Lin Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3057-3742)
- Zhiqiang Cheng (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5486-2007)
Institutions
- Qufu Normal University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Psychology
- Published
- 2025-11-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1698354
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Attachment and Relationship Dynamics
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.44
Funders
- National Natural Science Foundation of China