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  • Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Decision Science

Background:

  • Decision-making often involves social networks.
  • Age-related differences in social consultation during decision-making are not well understood.
  • Prior research suggests older adults may prefer emotionally closer social partners and prioritize socioemotional goals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate age differences in the composition and use of decision-making social networks.
  • To examine age-related variations in social preferences and motivations during consultations.
  • To test hypotheses about older adults consulting fewer, closer partners less frequently and rating consultations as more helpful.

Main Methods:

  • An adult lifespan sample (N=485, ages 18-96) considered hypothetical choices.
  • Participants reported the number, type, and frequency of social partners consulted.
  • They identified key consultants and evaluated consultation helpfulness and goal prioritization.

Main Results:

  • Older age was associated with consulting fewer people and less frequently.
  • The proportion of close social partners and perceived helpfulness did not significantly vary by age.
  • Older adults were less likely to prioritize relationship quality over decision quality.

Conclusions:

  • Findings support age-related declines in information seeking during decision-making.
  • Age-related preferences for close social partners and socioemotional goals do not appear to extend to decision consultations.
  • Future research should explore the nuances of social support in older adult decision-making.