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Leisure engagement in older age is related to objective and subjective experiences of aging

Health and Fitness

Leisure engagement in older age is related to objective and subjective experiences of aging

J. K. Bone, F. Bu, et al.

This groundbreaking study by Jessica K. Bone, Feifei Bu, Jill K. Sonke, and Daisy Fancourt explores how engaging in physical and creative activities can significantly enhance aging experiences in older adults. Discover the important connections identified through extensive data analysis, revealing potential pathways to mitigate age-related decline.

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Abstract
This study investigates the relationship between leisure engagement and aging experiences in older adults. Using data from the Health and Retirement Study, the researchers measured engagement in physical, creative, cognitive, and community activities and examined their associations with 23 aging experiences across seven domains eight years later. Physical activity showed positive relationships with most aging domains, while creative engagement was positively linked to several domains. Cognitive and community engagement showed less consistent relationships. The findings suggest that physical and creative activities may be particularly important for mitigating age-related decline.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Feb 19, 2024
Authors
Jessica K. Bone, Feifei Bu, Jill K. Sonke, Daisy Fancourt
Tags
leisure engagement
aging experiences
older adults
physical activity
creative activities
Health and Retirement Study

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