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Age identification in the elderly: some theoretical considerations.

S K Baum

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    Feeling younger is not age denial, but a sign of good health. This study suggests a new model for understanding age perception based on well-being in older adults.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Psychology
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Gerontologists observe a gap between chronological age and perceived age.
    • Labeling theory posits "feeling young" is age denial due to stigma associated with "old."

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review empirical literature on age perception and "feeling young."
    • To propose a new model of age identification based on subjective well-being.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of empirical studies on age perception.
    • Analysis of data concerning "younger age feeling."

    Main Results:

    • Little empirical support for "feeling young" as age denial.
    • "Younger age feeling" correlates with physical, psychological, and social well-being.

    Conclusions:

    • The concept of "feeling young" should be re-evaluated by gerontologists.
    • A new model focusing on subjective well-being is needed to understand age identification in later life.

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