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Halina Kusz¹, Ali Ahmad²

¹Department of Medicine, Internal Medicine Residency Program, College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University, McLaren Flint, 401 South Ballenger Highway, Flint, MI 48532, USA.

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Engagement and resilience are key to healthy aging, offering psychological benefits and improving health outcomes. These factors support well-being and recovery from stress, enhancing overall quality of life in older adults.

Keywords:

Engagement Healthy aging Older adults Resilience

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Gerontology
Psychology
Public Health

Background:

Engagement and resilience are recognized as vital psychological components of healthy aging.
Individuals often prioritize these aspects over mere health or longevity.
Both engagement and resilience significantly contribute to successful aging.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the critical roles of engagement and resilience in healthy aging.
To examine the health outcomes associated with these psychological factors.
To discuss the practical implications for promoting healthy aging.

Main Methods:

This study is a review and discussion of existing literature.
It synthesizes research on psychological engagement and resilience in older adults.
The focus is on conceptual understanding and practical applications.

Main Results:

Social engagement positively impacts psychological well-being and physical/cognitive health.
Resilience acts as a buffer against stress, aiding recovery and maintaining function.
A synergistic relationship exists: resilience fosters engagement, and engagement enhances resilience.

Conclusions:

Engagement and resilience are fundamental pillars of healthy aging.
Interventions promoting these psychological strengths can improve health outcomes and quality of life.
Understanding and fostering these domains is crucial for public health strategies targeting older populations.