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Coping with ageing

P V Ramamurti1

  • 1Department of Psychology, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati.

The Indian Journal of Medical Research
|November 15, 1997
PubMed
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Successful aging involves accepting old age and adjusting behaviors. Maintaining physical and mental health, alongside beneficial resource use, are key to a fulfilling later life.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Psychology of Aging
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Old age represents the final life stage, necessitating significant behavioral and cognitive adjustments.
  • Coping with personal aging requires acknowledging its reality and adapting to challenges like disease and disability.
  • Successful aging is linked to effective adaptation and beneficial use of available time and resources.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the multifaceted nature of successful aging.
  • To identify key factors contributing to positive aging experiences.
  • To emphasize the importance of health and attitude in later life.

Main Methods:

  • Review of empirical studies on aging.
  • Analysis of variables associated with successful aging outcomes.

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  • Qualitative and quantitative research synthesis.

    • Main Results:

    • Acceptance of aging is central to coping mechanisms.
    • Happy aging involves beneficial adjustment to life stage demands.
    • Good physical and mental health are critical for successful aging.

    Conclusions:

    • Successful aging requires proactive adaptation and acceptance.
    • Cultivating positive attitudes towards health is essential.
    • Multiple variables significantly contribute to achieving successful aging.