Perceptions of Successful Aging among Asian Americans

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serval:BIB_FBB87491DC7C
Type
Article: article from journal or magazin.
Collection
Publications
Institution
Title
Perceptions of Successful Aging among Asian Americans
Journal
Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology
Author(s)
Jung Seojung, Jopp Daniela S.
ISSN
0169-3816
1573-0719
ISSN-L
0169-3816
Publication state
Published
Issued date
28/02/2024
Peer-reviewed
Oui
Volume
39
Number
2
Pages
91-105
Language
english
Abstract
The current study explored Asian Americans' lay perceptions of successful aging and examined the differences and similarities between Asian Americans and White/Caucasian Americans. One hundred forty-five Asian American adults and 86 White/Caucasian adults were asked how they view successful aging. Open-ended responses were coded for recurring themes. The theme most often mentioned by Asian Americans was health, followed by quality of life, activities/interests, and social resources. Compared to White/Caucasian participants, Asian Americans' meaning of successful aging in the current study did not differ greatly in terms of major themes mentioned, but Asian Americans were more likely to mention certain themes, such as physical appearance and youthful look. In sum, the findings suggest that Asian Americans have a multifaceted understanding of successful aging, and reinforce the importance of cultural variations of the perceptions of successful aging.
Keywords
Geriatrics and Gerontology, Health (social science)
Pubmed
Web of science
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04/03/2024 17:56
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22/05/2024 6:59
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