Abstract
Much research has highlighted the aging process as a global, multi-faceted issue, focusing on modifiable factors that can improve physical health and psychosocial well-being in late life. This is particularly true for both developed and developing countries, which are likely to face long-term issues in health and psychosocial care as the aging of their population increases. Within the theoretical framework of successful aging and developmental psychology, this paper aims to review recent advances in our knowledge of middle and late-life well-being in order to better understand the role of well-being and spirituality/religiosity across adulthood. The results of the selected studies allow us to conclude that subjective, hedonic, and eudemonic well-being and religious practices are significant determinants shaping the overall psychological well-being, life satisfaction, and social functioning of the older population. Limitations and implications of the study will also be discussed.
Highlights
The United Nations (2017) estimated [1] that the world population aged 65 and older is expected to pass 2 billion and the population aged 80 and older to pass 1 billion, respectively, by 2050
This paper aimed to present a review of the current literature about the roles of well-being and of spirituality and religiosity in successful aging in late life
Research into successful aging is at an earlier stage, this review provides us with strong evidence of the important contributions of subjective, hedonic, and eudemonic well-being and religious practices, including prayer and church attendance, to one’s quality of life evaluation and overall psychological health [7] [10]
Summary
The United Nations (2017) estimated [1] that the world population aged 65 and older is expected to pass 2 billion and the population aged 80 and older to pass 1 billion, respectively, by 2050. As life expectancy is rapidly increasing, well-being in late life is garnering interest among researchers, physicians, mental health practitioners, and policymakers, because it is a common concern with significant. The aging process involves the dynamic interaction of a range of biological, psychological, social, and economic changes that together impact outcomes in later life. Some of the major challenges often associated with aging include increasing physical limitations [2] risk of social isolation [3], and economic hardship related to decreased ability to earn income. Older adults who lack the resources to deal effectively with these challenges are often at risk for depression and other negative mental health outcomes [4]
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