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Brandt M, Höppner G. [Sustainable age(ing) in the context of climate change: state of research and conceptional considerations]. Z Gerontol Geriatr 2024; 57:467-474. [PMID: 38664241 PMCID: PMC11422263 DOI: 10.1007/s00391-024-02302-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 09/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND Research on age and ageing is starting to consider challenges related to climate change; however, most work focuses on reaction needs rather than action possibilities of older people. MATERIAL AND METHODS Based on a scoping review of 39 papers from the scientific literature the construction of age(ing) in the context of climate change and sustainability were analyzed and constrictions were revealed. Following these considerations, a model of "sustainable age(ing) in times of climate change" is proposed, which enables successful, active and sustainable ageing to be reconciled. RESULTS The scoping review shows that older people are often considered as a homogeneous, vulnerable group and more or less helpless in the face of climate change. In the context of sustainability, they are attributed the role of a central cause or as part of the solution for environmental crises. The focus is broadened and contradictions and ambivalences are reconciled in this model of sustainable age(ing). DISCUSSION Climate change can only be dealt with together. Research on age and ageing can support this on the basis of the model of sustainable age(ing) by providing important contributions to handling climate change and (re)actions regarding environmental crises.
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- Martina Brandt
- Sozialstruktur und Soziologie alternder Gesellschaften, Technische Universität Dortmund, Dortmund, Deutschland
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- Fachbereich Sozialwesen, Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen, Piusallee 89, 48147, Münster, Deutschland.
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Afacan Y. Exploring the Facilitators of the Gerotranscendence Theory: Correlations among Sustainable Behaviors, Biophilic Design, and Nature Connectedness. HERD-HEALTH ENVIRONMENTS RESEARCH & DESIGN JOURNAL 2024:19375867241271433. [PMID: 39150294 DOI: 10.1177/19375867241271433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
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Aim: This study aims to shift views away from negative perceptions towards aging by exploring the following research question: How are the multiple levels of the gerotranscendence theory influenced by the sustainable behavior and attitude toward the biophilic design of older adults? Background: Improving perceptions of aging is vital for positively impacting both the biological and societal aspects of the global aging phenomenon. Methods: The study utilized a mixed-method design. Initially, 300 older Turkish adults completed self-reported measures including the Gerotranscendence Scale (GS), Pro-environmental Behavior (PB), Environmental Identity Scale (EID), Biophilic Design Importance Level (BDI), and Inclusion of Nature in the Self Scale (INS). Subsequently, the second phase involved diary logs from 30 participants who volunteered during the initial phase. Results: Results indicated that a higher importance level placed on biophilic design was linked to a greater inclusion of nature in the self. Moreover, a stronger interest in nature correlated positively with the gerotranscendence experience. Conclusions: The results bring significant attention to biophilic design, especially its relevance in supporting sustainable environmental behaviors and positive aging.
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- Yasemin Afacan
- Faculty Art, Design and Architecture, Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design, Bilkent University, Ankara, Türkiye
- Department of Neuroscience, Bilkent University, Ankara, Türkiye
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Dennis MK, Stock P. "You're Asking Me to Put into Words Something That I Don't Put into Words.": Climate Grief and Older Adult Environmental Activists. JOURNAL OF GERONTOLOGICAL SOCIAL WORK 2024; 67:281-296. [PMID: 37727029 DOI: 10.1080/01634372.2023.2259942] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
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Globally, climate change is leading to environmental crises, which activists have been fighting against for decades. Social scientists have rarely considered older adults as environmentalists and their feelings about climate change. Most studies focus on younger people's emotions or concerns about environmental crises. The purpose of this study is to explore the emotional responses and coping strategies related to environmental degradation of older adult environmental activists. We conducted a qualitative research study with 20 participants who were over the age of 60 years, engaged in environmentalism and living in Kansas, USA. We utilized thematic analysis to identify the following themes: a) Emotional Experiences of Environmental Destruction, b) Destruction of Specific Landscapes, and c) Coping Strategies including Environmental Justice Activism. Despite navigating the emotions of loss and grief in response to the destruction of specific places and certain political concerns, often without the language or concepts of environmental grief, these participants have and continue to direct their efforts toward protecting the environment. They have contributed for decades in the hopes of preserving the Earth for future generations and eagerly seek engagement with younger activists to both share grief, and, more importantly, do the work that needs to be done.
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- Mary Kate Dennis
- Faculty of Social Work, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada
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- Sociology and the Environmental Studies Program, University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, USA
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Zhang Y, Liu X, Meng Q, Li B, Caneparo L. Physical environment research of the family ward for a healthy residential environment. Front Public Health 2022; 10:1015718. [PMID: 36311645 PMCID: PMC9606755 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1015718] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2022] [Accepted: 09/09/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Climate change and population aging are two of the most important global health challenges in this century. A 2020 study by the Environmental Protection Agency showed that average people, particularly older adults, spent 90% of their time at home. This is even more evident during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Home-based care models have become a new trend. The health and comfort of the living environment profoundly impacts the wellbeing of older adults. Therefore, research on the physical environment of the family wards has become an inevitable part of promoting the health of older adults; however, current research is still lacking. Based on the study and analysis of continuous monitoring data related to elements of the physical environment (thermal comfort, acoustic quality, lighting quality, and indoor air quality) of family wards, this paper explores the living behaviors of the participants in this environmental research (open or closed windows, air conditioning, artificial lighting, and television) on the indoor physical environment. (1) While referring to the requirements of international standards for an indoor aging-friendly physical environment, we also discuss and analyze the physical environment parameter values according to Chinese standards. (2) People's life behaviors have different degrees of influence on the elements of indoor physical environments. For example, opening doors and windows can alleviate the adverse effects of indoor environmental quality on the human body better than simply turning on the air conditioner. (3) Owing to the decline in physical function, older adults need special care. Studying the status quo of physical environmental elements and proposing suitable environmental improvement measures for aging are of great significance. (4) This research aims to address global warming and severe aging and to contribute to sustainable environmental development.
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- Yuqing Zhang
- School of Architecture, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China,Department of Architecture and Design, Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy,State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Building Science, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Architecture, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China,State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Building Science, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China,Architectural Design and Research Institute Co., Ltd., South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China,Faculty of Architecture, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China,*Correspondence: Xiao Liu
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- School of Architecture, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China,State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Building Science, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China,Qinglin Meng
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- School of Architecture, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China,Department of Architecture and Design, Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
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- Department of Architecture and Design, Politecnico di Torino, Torino, Italy
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Student Teachers’ Readiness to Implement Education for Sustainable Development. EDUCATION SCIENCES 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/educsci12080505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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The aim of this study was to examine the contribution of teachers’ initial training (field of study, attending education for sustainable development (ESD) course/s) as well as student teachers’ socio-demographic characteristics (gender and age) to their readiness to implement ESD (intention to implement ESD and teachers’ self-efficacy). A total of 706 student teachers studying at six Croatian universities participated in the study. It was determined that female student teachers express greater intention to implement ESD, however the gender differences were not found on teachers’ self-efficacy for ESD. Furthermore, the older the participants, the lesser the extent to which they express their intention to implement ESD. Student teachers in the field of the natural sciences express the intent to implement ESD to a lesser extent compared to students from other fields (humanities, arts, and social sciences). Lastly, it was determined that student teachers who have attended ESD course/s express higher levels of intention to implement ESD as well as teachers’ self-efficacy for ESD. In that sense, the higher the number of attended ESD courses, the higher student teachers’ readiness to implement ESD. Based on the results of this study, recommendations for teacher education programs have been offered.
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Kalu ME, Ojembe BU, Akinrolie O, Okoh AC, Adandom II, Nwankwo HC, Ajulo MS, Omeje CA, Okeke CO, Uduonu EM, Ezulike JC, Anieto EM, Emofe D, Nwachukwu EC, Ibekaku MC, Obi PC. Setting priorities for ageing research in Africa: A systematic mapping review of 512 studies from sub-Saharan Africa. J Glob Health 2021. [PMID: 34327003 PMCID: PMC8284542 DOI: 10.7189/11.15002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background In 2040, the older population's growth rate in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) will be faster than those experienced by developed nations since 1950. In preparation for this growth, the National Institute on Aging commissioned the National Academies' Committee on Population to organize a workshop on advancing aging research in Africa. This meeting provided a platform for discussing some areas requiring improvement in aging research in SSA regions. We believed that conducting a systematic review of peer-reviewed articles to set priorities for aging research in SSA is warranted. Therefore, this article is the first in a Four-Part series that summaries the types and trends of peer-reviewed studies in SSA. Methods This systematic mapping review followed the Search-Appraisal-Synthesis-Analysis Framework. We systematically searched multiple databases from inception till February 2021 and included peer-reviewed articles conducted with/for older adults residing in SSA. Conventional content analysis was employed to categorize studies into subject-related areas. Results We included 512 studies (quantitative = 426, qualitative = 71 and mixed-method = 15). Studies were conducted in 32 countries. Quantitative studies included were observational studies: cross-sectional (n = 250, 59%), longitudinal (n = 126, 30%), and case-control (n = 12, 3%); and experimental studies: pre-post design (n = 4, 1%), randomized control trial (RCT, n = 12, 3%); and not reported (n = 21, 5%). Fifteen qualitative studies did not state their study design; where stated, study design ranged from descriptive (n = 14, 20%), ethnography (n = 12, 17%), grounded theory (n = 7, 10%), narrative (n = 5, 7%), phenomenology (n = 10, 14%), interpretative exploratory (n = 4, 6%), case studies (n = 4, 6%). Of the 15 mixed-method studies, seven did not state their mixed-method design. Where stated, design includes concurrent (n = 1), convergent (n = 1), cross-sectional (n = 3), informative (n = 1), sequential exploratory (n = 1) and retrospective (n = 2). Studies were classified into 30 (for quantitative studies) and seven (for qualitative and mixed-method) subject-related areas. HIV/AIDs-related and non-communicable diseases-related studies were the most predominant subject-related areas. No studies explored the transdisciplinary co-production of interventions. Conclusions There are glaring gaps in ageing research in SSA, especially mixed-methods and RCTs. A large number of studies focused on HIV/AIDs and non-communicable disease-related studies. National and international funding agencies should set up priority funding competitions for transdisciplinary collaborations in ageing research.
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- Michael E Kalu
- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton Ontario Canada
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Department of Health, Ageing & Society, McMaster University, Hamilton Ontario Canada
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Applied Health Science Program, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Physiotherapy Department, Cedacrest Hospitals, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Faculty of Health Science, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Department of Medical Rehabilitation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Department of Social Work, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.,Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Physiotherapy Department, Humanity Hospital Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Physiotherapy Department, Enugu State University of Science and Technology Teaching Hospital-Parklane, Enugu, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Department of Physiotherapy, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin city, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing - African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org).,Physiotherapy Unit, Peak Wellness Centre, Abuja, Nigeria
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Kalu ME, Ojembe BU, Akinrolie O, Okoh AC, Adandom II, Nwankwo HC, Ajulo MS, Omeje CA, Okeke CO, Uduonu EM, Ezulike JC, Anieto EM, Emofe D, Nwachukwu EC, Ibekaku MC, Obi PC. Setting priorities for ageing research in Africa: A systematic mapping review of 512 studies from sub-Saharan Africa. J Glob Health 2021; 11:15002. [PMID: 34327003 PMCID: PMC8284542 DOI: 10.7189/jogh.11.15002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In 2040, the older population's growth rate in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) will be faster than those experienced by developed nations since 1950. In preparation for this growth, the National Institute on Aging commissioned the National Academies' Committee on Population to organize a workshop on advancing aging research in Africa. This meeting provided a platform for discussing some areas requiring improvement in aging research in SSA regions. We believed that conducting a systematic review of peer-reviewed articles to set priorities for aging research in SSA is warranted. Therefore, this article is the first in a Four-Part series that summaries the types and trends of peer-reviewed studies in SSA. METHODS This systematic mapping review followed the Search-Appraisal-Synthesis-Analysis Framework. We systematically searched multiple databases from inception till February 2021 and included peer-reviewed articles conducted with/for older adults residing in SSA. Conventional content analysis was employed to categorize studies into subject-related areas. RESULTS We included 512 studies (quantitative = 426, qualitative = 71 and mixed-method = 15). Studies were conducted in 32 countries. Quantitative studies included were observational studies: cross-sectional (n = 250, 59%), longitudinal (n = 126, 30%), and case-control (n = 12, 3%); and experimental studies: pre-post design (n = 4, 1%), randomized control trial (RCT, n = 12, 3%); and not reported (n = 21, 5%). Fifteen qualitative studies did not state their study design; where stated, study design ranged from descriptive (n = 14, 20%), ethnography (n = 12, 17%), grounded theory (n = 7, 10%), narrative (n = 5, 7%), phenomenology (n = 10, 14%), interpretative exploratory (n = 4, 6%), case studies (n = 4, 6%). Of the 15 mixed-method studies, seven did not state their mixed-method design. Where stated, design includes concurrent (n = 1), convergent (n = 1), cross-sectional (n = 3), informative (n = 1), sequential exploratory (n = 1) and retrospective (n = 2). Studies were classified into 30 (for quantitative studies) and seven (for qualitative and mixed-method) subject-related areas. HIV/AIDs-related and non-communicable diseases-related studies were the most predominant subject-related areas. No studies explored the transdisciplinary co-production of interventions. CONCLUSIONS There are glaring gaps in ageing research in SSA, especially mixed-methods and RCTs. A large number of studies focused on HIV/AIDs and non-communicable disease-related studies. National and international funding agencies should set up priority funding competitions for transdisciplinary collaborations in ageing research.
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Affiliation(s)
- Michael E Kalu
- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton Ontario Canada
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Department of Health, Ageing & Society, McMaster University, Hamilton Ontario Canada
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Applied Health Science Program, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Physiotherapy Department, Cedacrest Hospitals, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Faculty of Health Science, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Department of Medical Rehabilitation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Department of Social Work, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria
- Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Physiotherapy Department, Humanity Hospital Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Physiotherapy Department, Enugu State University of Science and Technology Teaching Hospital-Parklane, Enugu, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin city, Nigeria
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- Emerging Researchers & Professionals in Ageing – African Network, Nigeria (www.erpaan.org)
- Physiotherapy Unit, Peak Wellness Centre, Abuja, Nigeria
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Wang Y, Hao F, Liu Y. Pro-Environmental Behavior in an Aging World: Evidence from 31 Countries. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18041748. [PMID: 33670167 PMCID: PMC7916887 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18041748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2020] [Revised: 02/03/2021] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Population change and environmental degradation have become two of the most pressing issues for sustainable development in the contemporary world, while the effect of population aging on pro-environmental behavior remains controversial. In this paper, we examine the effects of individual and population aging on pro-environmental behavior through multilevel analyses of cross-national data from 31 countries. Hierarchical linear models with random intercepts are employed to analyze the data. The findings reveal a positive relationship between aging and pro-environmental behavior. At the individual level, older people are more likely to participate in environmental behavior (b = 0.052, p < 0.001), and at the national level, living in a country with a greater share of older persons encourages individuals to behave sustainably (b = 0.023, p < 0.01). We also found that the elderly are more environmentally active in an aging society. The findings imply that the longevity of human beings may offer opportunities for the improvement of the natural environment.
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- Yan Wang
- Department of Sociology, Zhou Enlai School of Government, Computational Social Science Lab, Nankai University, Tianjin 300353, China;
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- Department of Sociology, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620, USA;
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- Zhou Enlai School of Government, Nankai University, Tianjin 300353, China
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Xia B, Chen Q, Buys L, Skitmore M, Walliah J. Sustainable Living Environment in Retirement Villages: What Matters to Residents? JOURNAL OF AGING AND ENVIRONMENT 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/26892618.2020.1848965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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- Bo Xia
- School of Built Environment, Facultyof Science and Engineering, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Built Environment, Facultyof Science and Engineering, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
- Statistical Society for Foreign Economic Relations and Trade of Shenzhen, Shenzhen, China
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- Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, University of Queensland, St Lucia, Australia
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- School of Built Environment, Facultyof Science and Engineering, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Built Environment, Facultyof Science and Engineering, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
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Pillemer K, Wells NM, Meador RH, Schultz L, Henderson CR, Cope MT. Engaging Older Adults in Environmental Volunteerism: The Retirees in Service to the Environment Program. THE GERONTOLOGIST 2018; 57:367-375. [PMID: 26893490 DOI: 10.1093/geront/gnv693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2015] [Accepted: 09/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Purpose of the Study Retirees in Service to the Environment (RISE) is a program designed to promote participation of older people in volunteering for the environment. Based on principles of adult learning and best practices for the development of effective volunteer programs, RISE engaged older individuals in environmental volunteering and involved them in community stewardship activities. Design and Methods This article details the development and formative evaluation of RISE. We describe program assessment, benefits to the community, and effects on participants. Results The program successfully recruited individuals new to environmental volunteering and substantial hours of volunteer time were provided to communities. Program satisfaction was high and preliminary evidence suggests positive outcomes from RISE participation. Implications The innovative structure combined with local relevance of the RISE program has the potential to expand older adults' engagement in environmental volunteerism.
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- Karl Pillemer
- Department of Human Development, MVR Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
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- Department of Design and Environmental Analysis, MVR Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
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- Ithaca College Gerontology Institute, Muller Center, Ithaca, New York
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- Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research, Beebe Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
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- Department of Human Development, MVR Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
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- Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research, Beebe Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
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Consumer Attitudes toward Sustainable Development and Risk to Brand Loyalty. SUSTAINABILITY 2018. [DOI: 10.3390/su10040997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Greener through Grey? Boosting Sustainable Development through a Philosophical and Social Media Analysis of Ageing. SUSTAINABILITY 2018. [DOI: 10.3390/su10020499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Sadana R, Blas E, Budhwani S, Koller T, Paraje G. Healthy Ageing: Raising Awareness of Inequalities, Determinants, and What Could Be Done to Improve Health Equity. THE GERONTOLOGIST 2017; 56 Suppl 2:S178-93. [PMID: 26994259 DOI: 10.1093/geront/gnw034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 83] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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PURPOSE OF THE STUDY Social and scientific discourses on healthy ageing and on health equity are increasingly available, yet from a global perspective limited conceptual and analytical work connecting both has been published. This review was done to inform the WHO World Report on Ageing and Health and to inform and encourage further work addressing both healthy aging and equity. DESIGN AND METHODS We conducted an extensive literature review on the overlap between both topics, privileging publications from 2005 onward, from low-, middle-, and high-income countries. We also reviewed evidence generated around the WHO Commission on Social Determinants of Health, applicable to ageing and health across the life course. RESULTS Based on data from 194 countries, we highlight differences in older adults' health and consider three issues: First, multilevel factors that contribute to differences in healthy ageing, across contexts; second, policies or potential entry points for action that could serve to reduce unfair differences (health inequities); and third, new research areas to address the cause of persistent inequities and gaps in evidence on what can be done to increase healthy ageing and health equity. IMPLICATIONS Each of these areas warrant in depth analysis and synthesis, whereas this article presents an overview for further consideration and action.
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- Ritu Sadana
- Department of Ageing and Life Course, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland.
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- International Public Health and Development, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Gender, Equity and Human Rights Team, World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland
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Wiernik BM, Dilchert S, Ones DS. Age and Employee Green Behaviors: A Meta-Analysis. Front Psychol 2016; 7:194. [PMID: 26973550 PMCID: PMC4773609 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2016.00194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2015] [Accepted: 02/01/2016] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Recent economic and societal developments have led to an increasing emphasis on organizational environmental performance. At the same time, demographic trends are resulting in increasingly aging labor forces in many industrialized nations. Commonly held stereotypes suggest that older workers are less likely to be environmentally responsible than younger workers. To evaluate the degree to which such age differences are present, we meta-analyzed 132 independent correlations and 336 d-values based on 4676 professional workers from 22 samples in 11 countries. Contrary to popular stereotypes, age showed small positive relationships with pro-environmental behaviors, suggesting that older adults engaged in these workplace behaviors slightly more frequently. Relationships with age appeared to be linear for overall, Conserving, Avoiding Harm, and Taking Initiative pro-environmental behaviors, but non-linear trends were observed for Transforming and Influencing Others behaviors.
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- Brenton M Wiernik
- Department of Psychology, University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Department of Management, Baruch College, City University of New York New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Psychology, University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN, USA
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Pillemer K, Chen EK, Riffin C, Prigerson H, Reid MC. Practice-Based Research Priorities for Palliative Care: Results From a Research-to-Practice Consensus Workshop. Am J Public Health 2015; 105:2237-44. [PMID: 26378859 PMCID: PMC4605199 DOI: 10.2105/ajph.2015.302675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/12/2015] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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We employed the research-to-practice consensus workshop (RTP; workshops held in New York City and Tompkins County, New York, in 2013) model to merge researcher and practitioner views of translational research priorities in palliative care. In the RTP approach, a diverse group of frontline providers generates a research agenda for palliative care in collaboration with researchers. We have presented the major workshop recommendations and contrasted the practice-based research priorities with those of previous consensus efforts. We uncovered notable differences and found that the RTP model can produce unique insights into research priorities. Integrating practitioner-identified needs into research priorities for palliative care can contribute to addressing palliative care more effectively as a public health issue.
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- Karl Pillemer
- Karl Pillemer, Emily K. Chen, Catherine Riffin, and Leslie Schultz are with the Department of Human Development, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. Holly Prigerson and M. C. Reid are with the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Weill Medical College, New York, NY
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- Karl Pillemer, Emily K. Chen, Catherine Riffin, and Leslie Schultz are with the Department of Human Development, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. Holly Prigerson and M. C. Reid are with the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Weill Medical College, New York, NY
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- Karl Pillemer, Emily K. Chen, Catherine Riffin, and Leslie Schultz are with the Department of Human Development, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. Holly Prigerson and M. C. Reid are with the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Weill Medical College, New York, NY
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- Karl Pillemer, Emily K. Chen, Catherine Riffin, and Leslie Schultz are with the Department of Human Development, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. Holly Prigerson and M. C. Reid are with the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Weill Medical College, New York, NY
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- Karl Pillemer, Emily K. Chen, Catherine Riffin, and Leslie Schultz are with the Department of Human Development, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. Holly Prigerson and M. C. Reid are with the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Weill Medical College, New York, NY
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XIA B, ZUO J, SKITMORE M, CHEN Q, RARASATI A. SUSTAINABLE RETIREMENT VILLAGE FOR OLDER PEOPLE: A CASE STUDY IN BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STRATEGIC PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 2015. [DOI: 10.3846/1648715x.2015.1029564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Retirement villages are regarded as a viable accommodation option for the ever increasing ageing population in Australia. This paper aims to identify sustainability features and practices adopted in retirement villages and associated benefits to improve the life quality of older people. A case study of an existing retirement village 10 kms from Brisbane CBD was conducted involving a series of interviews with the village managers and residents together with documents relating to the village's operations and activities. The environmentally friendly features that were incorporated into the development mainly include green design for the site and floor plan and waste management in daily operation. More importantly, a variety of facilities are provided to strengthen the social engagement and interactions among the residents. Additionally, different daily services are provided to assist independent living and improve the health conditions of residents. Also, the relatively low vacancy rate in this village indicates that these sustainability features offer good value of money for the residents. The paper provides a first look at sustainable retirement villages in terms of triple bottom line sustainability with emphasis on social aspects, reveals the importance in maintaining an appropriate balance, and provides examples of how this can be achieved in practice.
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- Bo XIA
- Queensland University of Technology
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- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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Sustainability literacy of older people in retirement villages. J Aging Res 2015; 2014:919054. [PMID: 25587448 PMCID: PMC4284965 DOI: 10.1155/2014/919054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2014] [Revised: 12/08/2014] [Accepted: 12/10/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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With many developed countries experiencing the aging of the population, older people play a large role in contributing to environmental problems but also to environmental solutions. The purpose of this research is to understand the awareness and behavior of current older people living in retirement villages towards sustainability development. To achieve this, a sustainability literacy survey was conducted with 65 older residents of a private retirement village located 10 Km outside the Brisbane, Australia's central business district (CBD). Most of residents recognized the importance of environment protection and would like to lead a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. In addition, the majority were willing to pay higher prices for a living environment with sustainable features. The importance of positive social communications was emphasized with most residents having established good relationships with others in the village. The findings provide an important insight into consumer perspectives regarding the sustainable features that should and can be incorporated into the village planning and development.
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Phillipson C. The Political Economy of Longevity: Developing New Forms of Solidarity for Later Life. THE SOCIOLOGICAL QUARTERLY 2015; 56:80-100. [PMID: 25678722 PMCID: PMC4312972 DOI: 10.1111/tsq.12082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Aging populations now exert influence on all aspects of social life. This article examines changes to major social and economic institutions linked with old age, taking the period from the mid-20th century to the opening decades of the 21st century. These developments are set within the context of the influence of globalization as well as the impact of the 2008 financial crisis, these restructuring debates around the longevity revolution. The article examines how the basis for a new framework for accommodating longevity can be built, outlining ways of securing new forms of solidarity in later life.
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Wright SD, Wadsworth AM. Gray and green revisited: a multidisciplinary perspective of gardens, gardening, and the aging process. J Aging Res 2014; 2014:283682. [PMID: 24734179 PMCID: PMC3964736 DOI: 10.1155/2014/283682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2013] [Revised: 01/25/2014] [Accepted: 01/27/2014] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Over fourteen years ago, the concept of "gray and green" was first introduced by Wright and Lund (2000) to represent a new awareness and a call for increased scholarship at the intersection of environmental issues and the aging process. This review paper revisits that concept with a fresh perspective on the specific role of gardens and gardening in the aging experience. As example, gardening is one of the most popular home-based leisure activities in the US and represents an important activity in the lives of older adults in a variety of residential settings. Yet, there has been a lack of any comprehensive and multidisciplinary (science and humanities) examination of the nexus between gardening and the aging experience, and in particular with research connections to stewardship and caring. In this paper, we review contemporary articles demonstrating the multidisciplinarity of gardening and the aging process. First, we will focus on the beneficial psychological effects resulting from the cultivation of caring, including personal contentment and artistic expression. Second, we will focus on stewardship and how gardening increases health, community awareness, and a connection to future generations. On the surface, this may demonstrate a separation between the humanities and science, but we will clarify a symbiotic relationship between the two disciplines in our conclusion.
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- Scott D Wright
- Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-5880, USA
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- Family and Consumer Studies Department, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, USA
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