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{"title":"Prevalence of Successful Aging among Turkish Adults, with Particular Focus on Age Groups and Living Space.","authors":"Cem Soylu, Banu Cengelci Ozekes","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09541-0","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10823-025-09541-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The older adult population in Türkiye is increasing, paralleling global trends; however, there is a lack of information regarding the prevalence of successful aging in the Turkish context. This study aims to fill this data gap by assessing both the objective and subjective prevalence of successful aging in Turkish adults aged ≥ 50 years. The study included 478 older adults (M = 72.11, SD = 10.43), categorized by age range (50-64, 65-74, 75-84 and ≥ 85 years) and residence status (nursing home residents and community-dwelling adults). Participants were compared based on successful aging criteria defined by Rowe and Kahn's model (1997) and a self-rated successful aging item. Descriptive analyses were conducted to assess the prevalence of successful aging. The overall prevalence of successful aging was found to be 6.3% according to Rowe and Kahn's criteria, while 55.2% of participants self-rated themselves as aging successfully. A significant decreasing trend in the prevalence of successful aging components was observed with increasing age, and community-dwelling older adults exhibited a higher prevalence of successful aging components compared to nursing home residents. The findings indicated that nursing home residency and increased age are inversely related to both objective and subjective successful aging. Furthermore, older adults in Türkiye tend to maintain fewer components of successful aging than their counterparts in other countries.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144576653","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Psychological Distress in Older Adults Living in Puerto Rico during COVID-19.","authors":"David Camacho, Matthew R Morgan, Julia Vazquez, Jerad H Moxley, Denise Burnette","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09539-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10823-025-09539-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Few studies have addressed the impact of COVID-19 on mental health in low resource settings. This study examines the association of COVID-19-related stressors with psychological distress in older adults in Puerto Rico. Data are from a 2021 Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices survey about COVID-19 with adults aged 60 + in Puerto Rico (n = 213). We used the Self-Reporting Questionnaire-20 (SRQ-20) to assess distress. Stressors included COVID-19 diagnosis, hospitalization, or death of someone close, treatment delays, and loneliness. We used negative binomial regression with a log linear link function to model the effects of demographics and pandemic-related social and health stressors on distress. Almost one-third (31%) of participants reported clinically significant distress; 44.3% reported a loved one diagnosed with COVID-19, 32.4% had lost someone close, 25.8% reported treatment delays, and 39.4% experienced loneliness. A COVID-19 diagnosis of someone close without hospitalization [Adjusted Incidence Rate Ratio (AIRR) = 1.55; 95% CI 1.08, 2.22] and loneliness [AIRR = 1.20; 95% CI 1.09, 1.32] were associated with greater SRQ-20 scores. We consider the nexus of cultural and contextual factors (e.g., outmigration, under-resourced healthcare system, fatalism etc.) that are likely to influence short- and longer-term effects of COVID-19-related distress among older adults in Puerto Rico. Interdisciplinary collaborations are needed to enhance Covid-19-related support and to implement culturally appropriate and contextually feasible evidence-based interventions that will reduce high rates of mental health challenges and prevent their long-term effects.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144477275","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Distinguishing Abuse from Caregiving in Rural Nigeria: Older Adults' Perspectives.","authors":"Tochukwu Jonathan Okolie, Patricia Uju Agbawodikeizu, Prince Chiagozie Ekoh, Ngozi Eucharia Chukwu","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09538-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10823-025-09538-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In Nigeria, older adults face numerous challenges that undermine their well-being and overall life satisfaction. These challenges include but are not limited to health challenges due to biological consequences of ageing, ageing stereotypes, abuse, and neglect. This study explored abuse of rural-dwelling older persons within informal caregiving settings, focusing on older adults' perspectives of some caregiving styles adopted by their caregivers. Data were obtained using semi-structured interviews with 16 older adults 60 years and above, in a rural community in Awgu Local Government Area (LGA), Enugu state. The data were analysed thematically. Findings revealed that some abusive behaviours that pass as appropriate caregiving styles include restricted movements, forcing older people to eat or take medications and collecting their money/properties. Most of the sampled older adults were found to have negative perceptions about these caregiving styles, while other participants downplayed them as a regular caregiving pattern. The study recommends that caregivers undergo training on appropriate styles for caring for their older adults in rural Nigeria.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144340447","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Regret Experiences and Coping in Old Age? A Case of Indian Older Adults.","authors":"Rhicha Raman, Saurabh Maheshwari","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09536-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10823-025-09536-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to understand regret from the perspective of Indian older adults. It specifically examined what they regretted and how they coped with their regrets. The study followed the interview method, where biographical accounts of participants' lives were collected. Sixty older adults (30 males and 30 females; M_age= 67.5) participated in the study. The analysis of the 157 major regret incidents narrated by participants showed that two-thirds of regrets in old age stemmed from their inactions, while one-third resulted from their actions. Results showed that Indian older adults most frequently regretted their careers, relationships, education, health, marriage, parenting, and financial matters. Although males and females reported similar levels of regret, the sources of regret differed. The study further revealed that while these life regrets never disappeared, whenever they resurfaced, older adults employed various strategies to cope with their life regrets, such as reappraisal, downward comparison, and justification/rationalization. The results and implications of the study are discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144327231","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Thriving at Eighties: A Multidimensional Study of the Quality of Life Among Octogenarians in Nigeria.","authors":"Taofeek Kolawole Aliyu, Tajudeen Ade Akinsooto, Bonke Adepeju Omoteso, Catherine Olajumoke Oyetunji-Alemede, Akinjide Gabriel Akintomide, Oyeyemi Bukola Babalola, Michael Adeniyi Omoyemiju, Richard Ebereonwu Ebeh, Dorcas Oluremi Fareo, Ademola Lateef Adisa","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09535-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10823-025-09535-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examines the multidimensional aspects of quality of life (QoL) among octogenarians in Nigeria, with a view to understanding their levels of satisfaction across different domains. Conducted in four states, namely Osun, Oyo, Imo, and Benue, the research employed a cross-sectional, community-based design to gather primary data from 1,774 octogenarians. The World Health Organisation's pre-designed questionnaire for older individuals was adapted and utilised to capture various dimensions of QoL, including physical, psychological, social, environmental, and spiritual aspects. Findings reveal significant differences in QoL across demographic factors such as sex, religion, marital status, and location. Factors like disability, sex, religion, marital status, and locality were identified as significant determinants impacting octogenarians' QoL in different dimensions. Notably, octogenarians generally reported average to high satisfaction levels across various dimensions of their QoL, particularly in social relationships and environmental conditions. The study underscores the importance of community and interpersonal connections in promoting positive QoL among octogenarians. Furthermore, it highlights the need for personalised approaches to address psychological well-being and spirituality, as these dimensions exhibit varying levels of satisfaction among respondents. Overall, the findings suggest a generally positive QoL among octogenarians in Nigeria, with opportunities for enhancing psychological support and tailoring interventions to individual spiritual needs. This research contributes to understanding the nuanced dynamics of QoL among octogenarians in Nigeria, providing insights for policymakers and healthcare professionals to develop targeted interventions that promote holistic well-being in this age group.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144267617","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Validity of the Modified Lay Public Stigma in the Family Stigma in Alzheimer's Disease Scale (Modified FS-ADS) for General Public in Vietnam.","authors":"Trang Thu Nguyen","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09537-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10823-025-09537-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aims to validate the Modified Lay Public Stigma in the Family Stigma in Alzheimer's Disease Scale (Modified FS-ADS) with Vietnamese general public. A sample of 135 students aged 18 to 24 completed a self-ministered survey on their attitude toward people with dementia. Exploratory principal factor analysis using varimax rotation was adopted to explore potential factors of 34 items. Using iterative process, this exploratory principal factor analysis was conducted three times, using the same criteria to retain items. Only factors with Eigenvalues > 1 and associated items with factor loading > = 0.5 and loaded on only one factor were retained for further examination. After the final exploratory principal factor analysis, Cronbach's alpha of each subscale was computed to examine their internal reliability. The construct validity of the final retained subscales was evaluated using the Pearson correlation coefficients between these subscales and dementia knowledge and compassion. The validated scale retained 17 items distributed to four factors or subscales, namely: (1) perception of esthetics of, (2) willingness to help, (3) extremely negative feelings (fear and disgust) toward, and (4) social distance toward people with dementia. All subscales show high reliability. The Modified Lay Public Stigma Scale from FS-ADS is a valid and reliable instrument to assess public stigma among Vietnamese general public in their sociocultural context. The validated scale with its four subscales is not only empirical derived, but also theoretical underpinned, and therefore, importantly contributes to future studies on public stigma among Vietnamese population.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144259108","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Culture of Active Aging in the Neighborhood Environment in Iran: An Ethnographic Approach.","authors":"Sahar Khanizadeh, Mohammad Ehsani, Rasool Norouzi Seyed Hosseini, Safar Ghaedrahmati, Young Jin Yoon","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09534-z","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s10823-025-09534-z","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study explores the culture of active aging among older adults in the Ekhtiarieh neighborhood of Tehran, using an ethnographic approach. The research addresses four key questions: the common physical activity norms, factors influencing physical activity, cultural norms, and the role of perceived neighborhood in shaping physical activity behaviors among older adults. Ethnographic data were collected through observations, interviews, and document reviews from December 2020 to February 2022. The findings reveal one main themes: Body Culture (including Healthy Bodies, Social Bodies, Retired Bodies and Female Bodies), Affordances (including political, physical, and temporal aspects). The results underscore the interplay between older adults' perceptions of their neighborhood and their physical activity patterns. While the level of physical activity among older adults in Iran is generally low, the cultural context of local communities holds the potential to transform behaviors and social attitudes towards active aging. Key strategies include fostering awareness about the body during activities, addressing social perceptions of aging, leveraging the capacities of older adults, and implementing policies aligned with societal needs. The study's interdisciplinary insights offer valuable implications for sports management professionals and urban planners aiming to enhance active aging in neighborhood environments.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144250246","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Perspectives of Rural-Dwelling Older Adults on the Experiences with Informal Care in Southeast Nigeria.","authors":"Obinna Casmir Odo, Prince Chiagozie Ekoh, Uche Louisa Nwatu, Tochuwku Jonathan Okolie, Uzoma Odera Okoye","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09525-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10823-025-09525-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Nigeria's growing population of older adults and limited social security have continued to overstretch the informal care networks. More so, the alterations in the filial value for older adults in Nigeria have further threatened the availability and reliance on informal care arrangements. Exploring the experiences of rural-dwelling older adults on the availability of informal care is crucial in strengthening and sustaining the informal care system. Our study explored the perspective of older adults residing in rural parts of southeast Nigeria on their experiences with informal care. Data was collected using a qualitative phenomenological approach from 10 older adults aged 65 and above through semi-structured interviews. The data collected were coded inductively using NVivo 12 and analysed thematically. The findings of our study show that older adults preferred informal care because it provides a customised approach to care, especially in meeting dietary and medication needs. Issues such as economic hardship, declining filial value for older people, and migration of adult children were found to affect the provision of informal care to older adults in Nigeria. Thus, our study strongly recommends preserving filial values for older adults in Nigeria, improving and strengthening family-oriented care, establishing well-equipped and adequately funded care facilities for older adults in rural communities, and developing comprehensive social security for older adults in Nigeria.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":"235-254"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143671486","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Risk and Fear of Falling in Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study Based on Sociodemographic and Health Conditions.","authors":"Aelem Cristina Apolicena Dantas, Maria Luiza Nunes Pires, Renato Augusto Mariotto, Eduardo Quadros da Silva, Lucas França Garcia, José Roberto Andrade do Nascimento Júnior, Daniel Vicentini de Oliveira","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09533-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10823-025-09533-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This cross-sectional study aimed to compare the risk and fear of falling in older adults according to their sociodemographic and health profiles. A total of 110 older adults from a Medical Specialties Center in Sapezal, Mato Grosso, Brazil, were assessed using a sociodemographic and health questionnaire, the Timed Up and Go test, and the Falls Efficacy Scale-International. Data were analyzed using appropriate statistical tests (p < 0.05). Higher risk and fear of falling were found among hypertensive individuals, retirees, those not actively employed, and those with a history of falls or near-falls. In contrast, individuals aged 60-70, those who reported good health, and those using one to two medications regularly had lower risk and fear of falling. The findings underscore the multifactorial nature of fall-related risk and fear in older adults and highlight key sociodemographic and health-related influences.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":"275-287"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144044387","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Predictors of Quality of Life Among Refugees Aging Out-of-place.","authors":"Jonix Owino, Heather Fuller","doi":"10.1007/s10823-025-09530-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10823-025-09530-3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background and objectives: </strong> Refugees face unique migration challenges resulting from life threatening situations which compel them to migrate and often result in psychological distress experienced before, and during migration. Because of this, the experience of aging out-of-place may be particularly challenging for refugees and may compromise their ability to adapt to new countries. However, minimal research exists on the experiences of aging refugees who entered the country as adults. Little is known about predictors of quality of life among aging refugees. The present study investigates the direct associations between sociodemographic factors, social connection, and quality of life among aging refugees. Research Design and Methods. A total of 108 refugees ages 50 years and above from Bhutan, Burundi, and Somalia from an upper Midwestern region of the US completed an in-depth survey assessing well-being and social connection. Results. Hierarchical regression indicated that refugees from Africa (i.e., Burundi and Somalia), reported lower quality of life compared to refugees from Bhutan. Older individuals and females reported lower quality of life. However, quality of life was not associated with marital status and length of residence. In terms of social connection, greater social integration and lower loneliness were significantly associated with higher quality of life. Discussion and Implications. This study highlights unique findings for aging refugees, including cultural variations within refugee groups. Implications suggest distinct considerations for best supporting aging refugees' well-being.</p>","PeriodicalId":46921,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology","volume":" ","pages":"179-196"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144062756","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}