Successful Ageing and its Associated Factors among Older Adults in Guangdong Province, China: A conceptual paper

Global population ageing underscores the significance of studying successful ageing. This study aimed to identify factors linked to successful ageing in older adults, focusing on spirituality, physical function, cognitive function, and social support. A cross-sectional study of 425 elderly individua...

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Published in:ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL
Main Authors: Li, Jianhua; Nikmat, Azlina Wati; Dahlan, Akehsan; Li, Shanghe
Format: Proceedings Paper
Language:English
Published: E-IPH LTD UK 2024
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Online Access:https://www-webofscience-com.uitm.idm.oclc.org/wos/woscc/full-record/WOS:001209495000023
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Summary:Global population ageing underscores the significance of studying successful ageing. This study aimed to identify factors linked to successful ageing in older adults, focusing on spirituality, physical function, cognitive function, and social support. A cross-sectional study of 425 elderly individuals from eight community health centres in Xiashan District, Guangdong, China, will employ the Successful Ageing Inventory, Spiritual Well -Being Scale, Barthel Index, Mini -Mental State Examination, and Social Support Rating Scale for assessment. Data collection is scheduled from March to June 2024. The study intends to enhance understanding of successful ageing components, potentially informing interventions and addressing developmental concerns for the elderly.
ISSN:2398-4287
DOI:10.21834/e-bpj.v9i28.5834