Enhancing social support and subjective vitality among older adults through leisure education

Chang, Lulu; Kao, I-Chan

doi:10.1017/s1041610219000103

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“…In contrast to low energy states (e.g., relaxation), it reflects high energy states (aliveness, energy available for self) and is positively related to mental [50] and physical health [52]. Subjective vitality enables older adults to maintain a physically and socially active life, which can delay physical and cognitive decline associated with aging [53]. Several studies conducted in different countries and locations have reported that the presence of outdoors or natural environments provides better vitality experiences [48,54].…”

Section: Mental Restoration Of Older Adultsmentioning

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Effects of Environmental Features in Small Public Urban Green Spaces on Older Adults’ Mental Restoration: Evidence from Tokyo

Ooka

et al. 2022

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Exposure to small public urban green spaces (SPUGS) has been demonstrated to have mental benefits for older adults. However, studies on identifying the objective environmental features of SPUGS and their effects on mental restoration for older adults remain limited. This study employed a multilevel regression model to investigate the restorative and vitalizing effects of the environmental features of 11 SPUGS in Tokyo. Onsite measurements were conducted in Kita-Ku, and 202 older adults were surveyed. The results showed that: (1) The fitting curve of the green view index and Restoration Outcome Scale (ROS) score showed an inverted U shape—both green view index and boundary enclosure had a strong impact on the mental restoration of older adults; (2) The colorfulness index showed the strongest relationship with the vitalizing effect. (3) The sky view factor and number of seats only influenced the ROS score, while the results of revitalization suggest that large areas of water should be avoided. (4) Physiological Equivalent Temperature (PET) was also confirmed to have negative effects on the mental restoration of older adults in autumn. These empirical findings can be used as a resource to promote the mental health of older adults in the design of SPUGS in high-density Asian countries.

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Section: Mental Restoration Of Older Adultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Effects of Environmental Features in Small Public Urban Green Spaces on Older Adults’ Mental Restoration: Evidence from Tokyo

Ooka

et al. 2022

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“…Leisure education is associated with various positive effects on older adults. For example, Chang and Kao (2019) used a pretest, post-test random assignment experimental design measuring effects of a leisure education program modified from a program by Searle et al (1995) and used by Chang (2014). The researchers reported that older adults' perceptions of social support and subjective vitality for the experimental group were significantly higher than those in the control group were, with pretest data as covariates.…”

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Effects of Video-Assisted Leisure Education on Leisure, Loneliness, and Affect of Older Adults

2022

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We used a nonrandom pretest, post-test control group experimental design to compare effects of a leisure education program, Project BHEL, involving 52 older adults (ages 71-98, M ¼ 85) residing in three continuing care retirement communities (CCRC) in a county in Northeastern United States. The program consists of sessions with instructional video discussions and learning activities to help adults set goals associated with leisure knowledge, satisfaction, and engagement, as well as social connections and positive affect, plan to increase leisure, and problem-solve ways to overcome barriers to goal achievement. Results indicated that when compared to a control group, although participants did not show a significant increase in leisure participation, they significantly increased knowledge of leisure, maintained leisure satisfaction, and significantly increased positive affect as they decreased negative affect and trended toward decreased loneliness. Therefore, Project BHEL holds promise as an effective leisure education intervention for older adults.

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“…The former has been defined as "a positive feeling of aliveness and energy available to the self" (Ryan & Frederick, 1997, p. 529). Subjective Vitality has been shown to play a crucial role in maintaining adequate physical, social, and mental functioning (Chang & Kao, 2019;Ryan et al, 2008;Baumeister & Vohs, 2016;Lavrusheva, 2020).…”

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Measuring Subjective Vitality and Depletion in Older People from a Self-Determination Theory Perspective: A Dual Country Study

Dawe,

Cavicchiolo,

Palombi

et al. 2024

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As the global older population grows research increasingly focuses on their well-being and quality of life, aspects that are often impacted by a perceived loss of energy and fatigue. To describe individuals' energy dynamics, Self-Determination Theory (SDT) recently proposed a dual-process model based on two constructs: Subjective Vitality and Depletion. The present study aims to validate the Subjective Vitality/Depletion Scale (SVDS), an SDT instrument based on this model. A sample of 726 older adults (over 65) from two countries USA and Italy (343 USA and 383 Italy; 51.1% females; age range = 65 - 95 years; Mage = 72.57, SDage = 6.49) completed the SVDS, the Big Five Inventory 2 – Extra Short Form (BFI-2-XS), and the 12-item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12). Confirmatory factor analyses of the SVDS support the SDT hypothesis that Subjective Vitality and Depletion are two distinct, yet related constructs. Full measurement invariance for the scale was achieved across gender and age subgroups, while partial scalar invariance was established across different countries, suggesting some specific influence of cultural factors. Correlations with BFI-2-XS and SF-12 support the SVDS convergent, discriminant, and nomological validity. In conclusion, we provided evidence that the SVDS based on SDT is a valid and reliable instrument for assessing Subjective Vitality and Depletion among older individuals. Vitality and Depletion appear to be constructs that are conceptualized and interpreted consistently across older adults with diverse characteristics and cultures.

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Enhancing social support and subjective vitality among older adults through leisure education

Cited by 13 publications

References 8 publications

Effects of Environmental Features in Small Public Urban Green Spaces on Older Adults’ Mental Restoration: Evidence from Tokyo

Effects of Environmental Features in Small Public Urban Green Spaces on Older Adults’ Mental Restoration: Evidence from Tokyo

Effects of Video-Assisted Leisure Education on Leisure, Loneliness, and Affect of Older Adults

Measuring Subjective Vitality and Depletion in Older People from a Self-Determination Theory Perspective: A Dual Country Study

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