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Quality aging as an integrative concept in gerontology
Javier López1, Gema Perez-Rojo1, Cristina Noriega1
1Department of Psychology and Pedagogy, School of Medicine, Universidad San Pablo-CEU, CEU Universities, Madrid 28925, Spain.
Journal of Aging Studies
|March 9, 2026
Summary
Quality aging is a dynamic, multidimensional concept focusing on psychosocial factors like family, resilience, acceptance, and gratitude. This approach moves beyond simple positive or negative aging, emphasizing strengths that promote well-being even amid health challenges.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychosocial Science
Background:
- Existing models of aging often create a false dichotomy between 'positive' and 'negative' aging.
- This can lead to feelings of inadequacy for individuals who do not meet narrow criteria.
- A more nuanced, continuous view of aging is needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a new, multidimensional construct of quality aging.
- To shift focus from a categorical to a continuous and dynamic model of aging.
- To integrate psychosocial factors and environmental influences.
Main Methods:
- Development of the Family functioning, Resilience, Acceptance, and Gratitude (FRAG) model.
- Emphasis on psychosocial perspectives rather than solely physical health.
- Focus on objective, measurable criteria to avoid subjective judgment.
Main Results:
- The FRAG model highlights key strengths: family functioning, resilience, acceptance, and gratitude.
- These factors promote quality aging, irrespective of physical health status.
- Adversity can potentially strengthen older adults.
Conclusions:
- Quality aging is a multidimensional, continuous process influenced by psychosocial factors.
- The FRAG model offers a framework to counteract dualistic views of aging.
- This model can guide interventions and research for older adults.
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