The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of coping with stress on life satisfaction of old people. This study was carried out on old individuals aged between 60 and 95 years old and 68 women and 57 men participated to the study from Ankara and Bursa. Ways of Coping Questionnaire and Life Satisfaction Scale were used as data collection tools. Correlational research design was used and multiple regression analysis was performed. The analysis results indicated that submissive approach negatively, optimistic and seeking of social support positively predict life satisfaction (R=0,47, R2=0,22 ve p<.00). Old people's using optimistic and seeking of social support methods while dealing with stress increase their life satisfaction. This study is going to support intervention programs of old people.
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