International Journal of Aging & Human Development最新文献

{"title":"From Career to Contentment: A Coping Strategy to Enhance Post-Retirement Happiness Among Indonesian State-Owned Enterprise Employees.","authors":"Anggun Resdasari Prasetyo, Unika Prihatsanti","doi":"10.1177/00914150261455256","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00914150261455256","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Indonesian employees in state-owned enterprises (SOEs) often face psychological challenges after retirement due to strong emotional ties to their workplace. This study examined the effectiveness of coping strategy training in enhancing happiness among retired SOE personnel. Using a field-based randomized pretest-posttest design with a comparison group, 556 retirees were assigned to a training group (<i>n</i> = 278) or a comparison group (<i>n</i> = 278). The intervention integrated problem-focused and emotion-focused coping strategies, including laughter techniques and relaxation. Happiness was measured using the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire at pretest, posttest (1 month after the intervention), and follow-up assessments at 2 and 3 months, reflecting a longitudinal design to capture sustained effects. Mixed ANOVA results indicate a significant and sustained increase in happiness among participants who received the training. Qualitative findings showed improvements in emotional regulation, meaning-making, social connectedness, and engagement in daily activities, highlighting the potential of structured coping programs to support positive ageing.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"423-444"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148259902","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Mind-Body Practice and Healthy Aging: The Role of Yoga in Physical and Mental Well-Being Among Older Adults.","authors":"Alok Roy, Bhaswati Das","doi":"10.1177/00914150261456740","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00914150261456740","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examines the association between yoga practice and multidimensional health outcomes among older adults in India using nationally representative data from LASI Wave 1 (2017-2018). The analysis includes 28,482 individuals aged 60 years and above. Yoga participation was categorized by frequency, and its association with cognitive function, social engagement, physical activity, sleep quality, depressive symptoms, functional health, and life satisfaction was assessed. Older adults who practiced yoga demonstrated better cognitive performance, greater social participation, higher life satisfaction-particularly among daily practitioners-improved sleep quality, and higher levels of physical activity. Daily yoga practice was also associated with fewer depressive symptoms and functional limitations. However, yoga participation across all frequencies was linked to increased reports of pain. A mixed dose-response pattern suggests that more frequent practice is associated with more favorable physical and mental health outcomes. These findings support integrating yoga-based interventions into public health strategies to promote healthy aging in India.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"462-479"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148253925","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"\"The Seasons Changed, and So Did We\": Older Adults' Adaptation Experiences to Climate Change in Urban and Rural Contexts in Eskişehir, Türkiye.","authors":"Çilem Erkuvan, Fatih Cebeci, Taner Artan","doi":"10.1177/00914150261456750","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00914150261456750","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examines how older adults experience and respond to climate change through a qualitative phenomenological approach in Eskişehir, Türkiye. In-depth interviews were conducted with 24 individuals aged 65 and above living in urban and rural areas. Participants perceived climate change mainly through rising temperatures, drought, and irregular seasonal patterns. Rural participants emphasized agricultural and water-related problems, whereas urban participants highlighted increasing heat, energy costs, and social isolation. The findings show that older adults develop adaptation strategies such as household adjustments and resource-saving practices, although their adaptive capacity is shaped by socioeconomic and health-related factors. By comparing urban and rural experiences, the study contributes to the climate gerontology literature by demonstrating how climate vulnerability is shaped by place-based conditions. Although limited to a small and context-specific sample, the study highlights the need for locally grounded and age-sensitive climate adaptation policies.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"497-527"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148608719","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Age Differences in the Association Between Subjective Isolation and Loneliness: Evidence from a Hybrid Panel Model.","authors":"Hwang Choe","doi":"10.1177/00914150261456741","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00914150261456741","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>BackgroundSubjective isolation and loneliness reflect cognitive and emotional dimensions of social disconnection, respectively, yet whether their association differs by age group-and whether it operates at both between-person and within-person levels-remains unclear.MethodsUsing three waves of a quota-based online panel survey conducted nationwide in Japan (25,403 observations; 15,634 individuals), we estimated hybrid random-effects models to decompose between- and within-person associations. Interaction models were estimated on a restricted panel sample (17,971 observations; 8,707 individuals), adjusting for sociodemographic and health-related covariates.ResultsSubjective isolation was strongly associated with loneliness at both the between-person and within-person levels, with both associations significantly weaker among older adults than working-age adults.DiscussionThe association between subjective isolation and loneliness varies across the adult life course, with older adults showing a weaker coupling between the two dimensions of social disconnection.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"399-422"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148228659","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Enhancing Life Satisfaction in Older Adults: The Role of Engagement in Meaningful Activities and Perceived Fulfillment.","authors":"Eunyoung Lee, Jaclyn M Williams","doi":"10.1177/00914150261455258","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00914150261455258","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Life satisfaction is a key indicator of wellbeing in later life and a central focus of several aging theories. While engaging in physical and social activities supports life satisfaction, less is understood about the role of activity meaningfulness and perceived fulfillment. This study examines whether engagement in meaningful activities or perceived fulfillment has a greater effect on life satisfaction among older adults. Using data from the Well Elderly 2 Study (<i>N</i> = 460; ages 60-90), we found that both meaningful activity engagement and perceived fulfillment were positively associated with life satisfaction after controlling for socio-demographic factors. Perceived fulfillment demonstrated a slightly stronger relationship. These findings highlight the importance of meaningful activities in enhancing life satisfaction and suggest that service providers promote both meaningful engagement and fulfillment to support cognitive and emotional wellbeing. Strategies are discussed to empower older adults to age in place and improve their quality of life.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"445-461"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148044195","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Effect of Digital Literacy on Depression Among Older Adults With Chronic Diseases: The Moderating Role of Self-Rated Health.","authors":"Hyein Seo, Subin Yu","doi":"10.1177/00914150261456746","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00914150261456746","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examined the association between digital literacy (DL) and depression among older adults with chronic diseases and tested the moderating role of self-rated health (SRH). A cross-sectional secondary analysis was conducted using data from the 2023 National Survey of Older Koreans, including 8,588 adults aged 65 years or older with at least one chronic disease. Depression was assessed using the Short Form of the Korean Geriatric Depression Scale. Hierarchical regression and moderation analyses were performed, adjusting for sociodemographic covariates. Higher levels of DL were associated with lower depression. SRH was a significant predictor of depression and moderated the relationship between DL and depression, with a significant protective effect of DL observed only at low and average levels of SRH. DL may help reduce depression among older adults with chronic diseases, particularly those with poorer perceived health.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"480-496"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148212931","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Mentoring Undergraduates in Aging and Disparities Research: Hopkins USTAR.","authors":"Genie Han, Lourdes R Guerrero, Lisa Brown, Justine Johnson, Kiara Mayhand, George W Rebok, Roland J Thorpe","doi":"10.1177/00914150261480664","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00914150261480664","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The Johns Hopkins Undergraduate Summer Training and Research Program (Hopkins USTAR) was a 2-year program funded by the National Institute on Aging R25 Advancing Diversity in Aging Research through Undergraduate Education. Hopkins USTAR was designed to provide undergraduate students primarily from underrepresented backgrounds in biomedical and behavioral science with interdisciplinary research training in aging and health disparities research. From 2023 to 2025, a total of 15 undergraduate students participated in faculty-mentored research projects, professional development, research education, and national research conferences. Program evaluation methods included pre- and post-program surveys and interviews. Results suggest that the Hopkins USTAR program significantly increased aspects of participants' research self-efficacy and strengthened perceived science identity. Despite the early termination of Hopkins USTAR, the program's short-term outcomes indicate modest success in fostering positive feelings about science and preparing participants for graduate school. Continued follow-up to assess long-term program outcomes will be important to measure impact.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"914150261480664"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149224905","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comorbid Psychopathology of Insomnia: A Validity Study of the Insomnia Severity Index Among Older Adults.","authors":"Daniel L Segal, Colleen E Mock, Colin J Schmitt","doi":"10.1177/00914150261495494","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00914150261495494","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) is a brief screening tool that assesses the presence and severity of insomnia symptoms. Although widely validated, its psychometric properties remain understudied in older adults, a population at increased risk for insomnia due to age-related changes in sleep architecture and quality. This study assessed the concurrent and factorial validity of the ISI among community-dwelling older adults (<i>N</i> = 250) who completed the ISI and measures of comorbid symptoms: Brief Geriatric Suicide Ideation Scale, Michigan Alcohol Screening Test-Geriatric Version, Geriatric Depression Scale-15, and Geriatric Anxiety Scale. Bivariate correlations supported concurrent validity, with insomnia positively associated with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and alcohol misuse. Anxiety was the strongest correlate and the only unique predictor of ISI scores in multivariate analyses. Exploratory factor analysis revealed a one-factor solution. Findings support the concurrent validity and factor structure of the ISI and highlight comorbidity with other mental health symptoms among older adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"914150261495494"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149224917","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Crossing the Digital Divide: Understanding Older Adults' Technology Acceptance of Generative Artificial Intelligence: A Qualitative Study.","authors":"Mingxuan Li","doi":"10.1177/00914150261458265","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00914150261458265","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The diffusion of generative artificial intelligence is redefining the relationship between older adults and digital technologies. Existing studies have largely explained the digital divide among older adults through traditional digital media such as smartphones and mobile payment, while insufficient attention has been paid to how conversational artificial intelligence changes older adults' entry thresholds, sustained-use motivations, and risk-judgment mechanisms. This study adopts a multimethod qualitative design, with semistructured interviews as the primary method and digital scenario-based tasks as a complementary method. From January to February 2026, the study was conducted in Chedun Town and Xinqiao Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai, with 40 participants aged 60 and above who had internet-use experience and showed a pronounced tendency toward high-frequency smartphone use. The data were analyzed through thematic analysis. Interview transcripts, task-observation records, screenshots of AI conversations, and field notes were triangulated; an initial coding manual, double review, and consensus discussion were used to enhance analytic credibility. The study finds that generative artificial intelligence shifts the technological threshold from procedural operation to need articulation and result evaluation, enabling some older adults to compensate for limitations in traditional interface operation through life experience and language-expression skills. Older adults' sustained use is not driven simply by efficiency, but is closely related to emotional anchoring in later life, experience organization, relationship maintenance, and concrete task handling. Community support, peer learning, and intergenerational assistance constitute important mediating mechanisms through which older adults move from initial experimentation to stable use. Whether older adults truly cross the digital divide depends on whether they can develop the capacities of source verification, contextual delimitation, and boundary judgment. Based on these findings, the study proposes a \"conditional crossing\" mechanism for older adults' acceptance of AI technologies and argues that age-friendly governance should move beyond interface simplification toward capability enhancement and risk support.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"914150261458265"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149197142","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Introduction to the Special Issue on Building Capacity and Diversity in the Aging Workforce: The NIA Advancing Diversity in Aging Research (ADAR) Through Undergraduate Education Program.","authors":"Roland J Thorpe, Genie Han, S Alison Bolling, Julie Hicks Patrick","doi":"10.1177/00914150261496564","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00914150261496564","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The following collection of papers represents some of the work produced by Advancing Diversity in Aging Research programs during the past few years. Some papers address training program outcomes, whereas other papers demonstrate the breadth and depth of scholarship produced by different training programs.</p>","PeriodicalId":47878,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Aging & Human Development","volume":" ","pages":"914150261496564"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2026-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149172314","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}