“…Interestingly, existing research regarding the psychological construct of hardiness or resiliency has consistently shown that a hardy attitude can work to prevent mental and physical illness (Ouellette, 1993). Specifically, “hardy people…[tend to] feel they can control or influence the events of their experience [and] feel involved or committed to the activities of their life,” and this may provide an extra resource in the struggle to deal with stressors (Campbell, Swank, & Vincent, 1991, p. 54). For example, the ability to maintain a sense of control and commitment during stressful transitions in later life (e.g., retirement, change of residence, health problems) may protect against depressive symptoms (Sandberg & Harper, 1999).…”