Predictors and characteristics of mental health among men at midlife: A 32-year longitudinal study

Journal/Book: Amer J Orthopsychiat. 1998; 68: 330 Seventh Ave, 18TH Fl, New York, NY 10001. Amer Orthopsychiatric Assoc. 265-273.

Abstract: In a prospective, 32-year longitudinal study of 87 young men originally selected for general health, it was found that good physical and mental health were maintained by most. Successful predictors of midlife mental health included satisfactory peer social adjustment, little or no angry behavior and a mentor relationship in young adulthood. Overall findings suggest that mental health is closely associated with developing social relationships.

Note: Article Westermeyer JF, Adler Sch Profess Psychol, 65 E Wacker Pl, Suite 2100, Chicago,IL 60601 USA

Keyword(s): MALE PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH; NATURAL-HISTORY; AGE

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