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María Natividad Elvira-Zorzo1, Sara Jiménez García-Tizón2, Ana Belén Navarro Prados2
1Department of Social Psychology and Anthropology, Universidad de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain.
Revista Espanola De Geriatria Y Gerontologia
|February 19, 2026
Summary
This study protocol outlines a psychoeducational intervention to help individuals navigate retirement. The randomized controlled trial aims to enhance well-being and attitudes towards aging.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Gerontology
- Public Health
Background:
- The retirement transition presents significant challenges and opportunities.
- A psychoeducational intervention protocol was developed through literature review and expert consultation.
- This randomized controlled trial (RCT) protocol is registered under NCT06533202.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a psychoeducational intervention for the retirement transition.
- To prepare individuals for the challenges and opportunities of retirement.
- To improve quality of life and attitudes towards retirement.
Main Methods:
- RCT involving individuals aged 60+ who are retired or retiring within five years.
- Participants randomly assigned to an intervention group (12 sessions over 3 months) or a control group.
- Data collection includes socio-demographics and assessments at baseline, post-intervention, and 3-month follow-up.
Main Results:
- The intervention aims to improve life satisfaction, psychological flexibility, perceived social support, general health, self-efficacy, and self-regulation.
- The intervention is designed to reduce age-related stereotypes.
- Expected outcomes include enhanced quality of life and positive attitudes towards retirement.
Conclusions:
- This protocol details a comprehensive psychoeducational intervention for retirement.
- The intervention targets key psychological and social factors influencing retirement adjustment.
- The study adheres to CONSORT 2010 guidelines for RCT reporting.
Keywords:
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