Health-Related Quality of Life During the Menopausal Transition: Testing a Theoretical Model

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    Abstract

    The purpose of this study was to test the hypothetical model of health-related quality of life (HRQOL) during the menopausal transition. The model was developed to test specific components of the Wilson and Cleary's model for HRQOL. A cross-sectional, correlational study was carried out using self-report questionnaires on a convenience sample of 162 Korean women in the menopausal transition. The model was tested by a path analysis using Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS) program. The path analysis showed that 5 affecting variables explained 69% of the variance in HRQOL during the menopausal transition. Based on the results, the Wilson and Cleary's model may be useful in explaining HRQOL during the menopausal transition. Symptoms, functional status, and health perceptions mediated the effect of individual and environmental characteristics on HRQOL. However, the results suggest that some paths need to be added or modified in the model. To date, most research using Wilson and Cleary's model has been conducted in the United States, Africa, and Europe (e.g., Austria, Norway, and Spain). This study shows the applicability of the model in Asian people.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)143-160
    Number of pages18
    JournalResearch and theory for nursing practice
    Volume30
    Issue number2
    Publication statusPublished - 2016

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • General Medicine

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