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  • Cognitive psychology
  • Neuroscience of aging
  • Gerontology

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  • Creative ability and problem-solving are linked to improved health, well-being, and independence in older adults.
  • Creativity aids in managing cognitive decline and daily tasks.
  • Previous studies suggest age-related stability in creative performance, but the cognitive basis is unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the cognitive mechanisms underlying the stability of creative thinking in older adulthood.
  • To explore the relationship between intelligence and creativity across the lifespan.
  • To understand how cognitive factors contribute to creativity preservation in aging.

Main Methods:

  • Mediation analyses were employed to examine the role of intelligence.
  • Statistical modeling was used to assess cognitive underpinnings.
  • Data from older adult participants were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Intelligence measures were identified as significant underlying cognitive mechanisms for creative thinking stability in older age.
  • The findings support a cognitive basis for age-related preservation of creativity.
  • Specific intelligence facets mediate the relationship between age and creative performance.

Conclusions:

  • Intelligence plays a crucial role in maintaining creative thinking abilities in older adults.
  • These findings offer insights into the cognitive architecture supporting creativity throughout the lifespan.
  • Understanding these mechanisms can inform interventions to support cognitive health in aging.