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Supporting health-related quality of life for old women.
Mental outlook and physical functioning are intertwined, making it important for health care professionals to address quality of life issues with their older female patients and clients. This essay provides a life span development perspective on possibilities for achieving psychological gains in old age, a review of effective coping resources, and a summary of 4 key elements of health-related quality of life: (1) wisdom and a sense of acceptance of life outcomes, (2) satisfying close relationships, (3) meaningful use of time, and (4) spiritual beliefs and values. Suggestions are offered for contributing to older women's quality of life in the context of delivering health care services.