Active and Adjusted: Investigating the Contribution of Leisure, Health and Psychosocial Factors to Retirement Adjustment

Earl, Joanne K.; Gerrans, Paul; Halim, Victor Aryanto

doi:10.1080/01490400.2015.1021881

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“…27, nº 1, p. 155-172 -March/2019 retirement. Strategies for planning can include the increase of leisure activities (Earl et al, 2015), bridge employment, beginning a new career, or even remaining in the same job (Dingemans & Henkens, 2015;França et al, 2013). Because this job standard can be infl uenced by culture, it is relevant to perform transcultural studies that evaluate perception of retirement in diff erent contexts (Cho & Lee, 2013;Kim & Moen, 2002).…”

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“…Despite existing gaps, there is consensus about the number of factors that determine the decision to retire and that can infl uence wellbeing (França, Bendassoli, Menezes, & Macedo, 2013). Among the most cited are fi nancial and health conditions (Amorim, França, & Valentini, 2017;Hershey & Henkens, 2013;Van Solinge & Henkens, 2008), marital status, social and family relationships (Fouquereau, Fernández, & Mullet, 1999) and leisure activities (Earl, Gerrans, & Halim, 2015). In addition, longitudinal studies found positive eff ects of retirement, especially because of such circumstances such as voluntary retirement, advanced age and opportunity to engage in bridge employment, in which the individual continues to work but at a job with reduced time, with the aim to retire later (Dingemans & Henkens, 2015;França et al, 2013;Gall, Evans, & Howard, 1997;Latif, 2011).…”

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Retirement Well-Being: A Systematic Review of the Literature

Amorim¹,

França²

2019

Temas Psicol.

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The objective of this systematic literature review was to investigate the variables that would improve well-being in retirement by analyzing relevant empirical studies. In the literature search, six keywords (retirement, positive psychology, well-being, satisfaction, happiness and quality of life) were used in six international academic portals. This search identifi ed 403 articles, and those meeting the preestablished inclusion criteria were extracted. The 55 articles selected were analyzed based on nine categories: language, year, journal, country, objective, dependent variable, instruments, independent variables and results. The studies had a longitudinal, transversal design or reported on instrument creation and validation. The literature review pointed out a large number of variables, confi rming the multidimensionality of the constructs. Aspects highlighted include health, economic situation, gender, marital status, interpersonal relationships, whether retirement was voluntary, retirement duration and leisure activities. A compilation of variables and an agenda for future studies are proposed based on the results of this review.

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Retirement Well-Being: A Systematic Review of the Literature

Amorim¹,

França²

2019

Temas Psicol.

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“…In fact, the social aspect was one of the main motivations for retirees to engage in leisure activities (Beggs, et al, 2014). Plus, several researchers noted that social leisure activities are very effective in health and well-being for retirees in later life (Earl, Gerrans & Halim, 2015;Krahe, 2011). As such, leisure could deliver unique benefits, which could enhance a positive attitude toward retirement, but SOC might not able to do, even though it is a crucial determinant.…”

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The Roles of Leisure Attitudes and Self-Efficacy on Attitudes Toward Retirement Among Retirees: A Sense of Coherence Theory Approach

2018

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Retirement has become a common phenomenon in our society. However, it still is a major life transition especially to older adults, since it affects their lives in many ways.Antonovsky (1987) asserted that coping well with such a significant transition depends on sense of coherence (SOC), or how we view the situation/world. While diverse resources could determine SOC, the relationships between SOC and leisure related resources have been overlooked. Therefore, this study explored the roles of leisure attitudes and leisure self-efficacy on attitudes toward retirement using SOC theory. Moreover, it examined how retirement decision (retired voluntarily or forcedly) influenced the relationships among the main factors.In this study, a total of 423 respondents who are aged between 55 and 75, retired from their primary career and now residing in Illinois State were recruited through an on-line survey venue. The respondents were asked to complete the on-line questionnaire including the questions related to demographic information, leisure attitudes (LA), leisure self-efficacy (LSE), sense of coherence (SOC) and attitudes toward retirement (ATR). The data was analyzed employing structural equation modeling (SEM) and an Independent T-Test using both SPSS and AMOS software.The results showed that leisure variables (i.e., LA and LSE) were substantial resources for the respondents' SOC and ultimately contributed to a positive ATR. Moreover, SOC played a partial mediator role between leisure variables and ATR, which indicates that it is a prominent determinant of ATR. Lastly, voluntary retirees showed (statistically?) significantly higher scores on all the main factors and were more likely to utilize leisure sources actively than forced retirees. This study contributes to the SOC and leisure literature as it expands SOC theory by applying it to different population and context. Moreover, it confirmed the possible relationship iii between SOC and ATR, the reliabilities and validities of the main factors as well as their components. Furthermore, this study not only sheds the light on the importance of leisure in retirement, but also highlights the necessity of promoting leisure-focused retirement planning programs.

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“…The stress of transitioning to retirement can be exacerbated by factors such as poor health, inadequate income, and being forced to retire (Braithwaite and Gibson 1987). The transition to retirement involves both gains and losses and leisure can play an important role in a person's adjustment (Carpenter and Patterson 2004;Earl, Gerrans, and Halim 2015;Nimrod 2007). However, research suggests that retirement can have a negative impact on leisure particularly if retirement was prompted by illness or if it is accompanied by a decline in financial resources (Scherger, Nazroo, and Higgs 2011).…”

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Physically active leisure and the transition to retirement: the value of context

Liechty

Genoe

Marston

2016

Annals of Leisure Research

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The purpose of this paper is to explore the everyday experiences of physically active leisure during the transition to retirement. Twentyfive adults aged 47-66 who were recently retired or nearing retirement blogged during three different two-week sessions over one year and participated in follow up focus groups. Data were analysed using initial, focused, and selective coding. Findings provided insights into participants' experiences of physically active leisure in the context of their everyday lives. First, increased freedom in daily schedules led to both appreciation for spontaneity and a desire for structure. Second, participants experienced new constraints related to the loss of social networks and work-related physical activity. Finally, participants described physically active leisure as being connected to meaningful outcomes such as enjoying the outdoors, stress-relief, or socializing with family and friends. Physically active leisure was described as one health priority among many and one of several healthy leisure alternatives. ARTICLE HISTORY

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Active and Adjusted: Investigating the Contribution of Leisure, Health and Psychosocial Factors to Retirement Adjustment

Cited by 60 publications

References 65 publications

Retirement Well-Being: A Systematic Review of the Literature

Retirement Well-Being: A Systematic Review of the Literature

The Roles of Leisure Attitudes and Self-Efficacy on Attitudes Toward Retirement Among Retirees: A Sense of Coherence Theory Approach

Physically active leisure and the transition to retirement: the value of context

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