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Barbra Teater1, Jill M Chonody2
1Department of Social Work, College of Staten Island, City University of New York, Staten Island, NY, USA.
International Journal of Aging & Human Development
|August 29, 2019
Summary
Older adults define successful aging broadly, encompassing social connections and a peaceful death, diverging from strict academic theories. Their perspectives offer valuable insights for future research and theory development in gerontology.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology of Aging
Background:
- The prominent theory of successful aging outlines expected behaviors for older adults.
- However, this theory often lacks the lived experiences and perspectives of older adults themselves.
- Understanding these individual viewpoints is crucial for a comprehensive view of aging.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore and synthesize existing research on older adults' perspectives of successful aging.
- To identify key themes and concepts that define successful aging from the viewpoint of older individuals.
- To highlight discrepancies between academic definitions and lived experiences of aging.
Main Methods:
- A five-step scoping review framework was employed.
- Systematic search and synthesis of research investigating older adults' views on successful aging.
- Identification and analysis of recurring themes in the literature.
Main Results:
- Twelve main themes emerged from the review.
- Themes ranged from the significance of social relationships and interactions to achieving a "good death".
- Findings revealed that older adults' definitions of successful aging are more inclusive than those presented in academic literature.
Conclusions:
- Older adults' perspectives enrich the understanding of successful aging beyond established theories.
- The aging process, viewed through the lens of older individuals, provides critical insights for future gerontological research.
- Future theory development should incorporate the diverse and personal definitions of successful aging held by older adults.
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