The importance of latent benefits and meaningful leisure activity in predicting quality of life in Australian retirees

Read, Julianne M; Muller, Juanita; Waters, Lea

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“…The quality of longitudinal studies ranged within average (score 5) and good (score 9). From among studies examined in both cross-sectional and longitudinal designs, two studies were classified as high risk of bias [ 39 , 40 ], three as low risk of bias [ 41 – 43 ], and all other studies as moderate risk of bias (Tables 1 and 2 ). The study by Fry & Ghosh [ 39 ] received score 3 and the one by Read et al [ 40 ] was assigned score 4.…”

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“…From among studies examined in both cross-sectional and longitudinal designs, two studies were classified as high risk of bias [ 39 , 40 ], three as low risk of bias [ 41 – 43 ], and all other studies as moderate risk of bias (Tables 1 and 2 ). The study by Fry & Ghosh [ 39 ] received score 3 and the one by Read et al [ 40 ] was assigned score 4. The study by Fry & Ghosh had not used a standard instrument with suitable reliability and validity.…”

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Physical activity and psychological adjustment among retirees: a systematic review

2023

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Background Health-related behaviors may change after retirement and induce changes in the mental health. This systematic review aimed to investigate the nature of changes in physical activity and leisure activities, as well as the relationship between physical activity, leisure, and psychological adjustment among retirees. Methods Search of papers was done in three electronic databases of PubMed, ISI Web of Science, and Scopus without constraints on time, geographical regions, or languages in February 2022. The papers that had examined the relationship between physical activity and adjustment among retirees using observational design (cross-sectional or longitudinal) were included in the present study. To evaluate the methodological quality of cross-sectional studies, Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) Critical Appraisal Checklist, and for longitudinal studies, Newcastle-Ottawa Scale (NOS) were used. Results The search results identified 1458 records. Twenty-six papers were included in this review based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The findings of most of these studies indicated a significant positive correlation between physical activity, leisure, and psychological adjustment in retirees. Retirees were mostly engaged in passive leisure activities such as reading, watching TV and movies, and less engaged in physical activities, sport, or physical exercise. General organized assessment of the total physical activity among retirees was not possible. Conclusions Based on the study findings, it can be stated that there is a positive correlation between physical activity, leisure, and the retirees’ adjustment. Usage of the same and valid measurement method specific to old age and retirement period can be useful in more precise assessment of physical activity and its association with adjustment among retirees.

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Physical activity and psychological adjustment among retirees: a systematic review

2023

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“…Bowling et al (2003) identified 'social relationships' and 'social roles and activities' as key themes that contribute to older adults' quality of life, whilst social interactions can provide 'meaning' to an activity that without it may become 'meaningless' (Argyle, 2001). Older adults prefer meaningful activities (Read et al, 2013), therefore the intervention presented within the study may have benefitted from an increased focus on encouraging social roles within physical activities if it was going to have a positive impact on loneliness within the participants. These findings are supported by a systematic review of the literature (Pels & Kleinert, 2016), which suggests PA can contribute to decreased feelings of loneliness, although this effect is dependent on the quality of relationships shared during participation in PA.…”

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“…This would be an example of a positive transition through retirement, whereby the individual has shaped a new identity in retirement, through their commitment to purposeful activities. Read et al (2013) examined a sample of 123 retirees to assess the role of meaningful leisure activity in quality of life. They suggest that retirees seek out leisure activities that are meaningful rather than leisure activities that are pleasant.…”

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“…Older widows can be left with a sense of meaninglessness, due to part of their identity being stripped from them throughout the bereavement transition. As Read et al (2013) explained, older adults' favour meaningful activities as they contribute to a purpose beyond themselves (e.g., DIY or shopping) and can provide structure and meaning to daily living. This demonstrates how bereavement may have a major impact on the purpose and identity of older adults and the activities that they participate in.…”

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Developing a Person-Centred, Multi-level Physical Activity Intervention for Older Adults

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Physical inactivity in older adults presents a significant problem within contemporary society. Governments around the world are recognising this importance and the large impact of physical inactivity on health and health-related expenditure, yet interventions promoting physical activity have typically produced only small or short‐lived behaviour change. Through three related studies, this thesis aims to develop a person-centred, multi-level physical activity intervention within a residential estate of older adults. The first study used qualitative methods to develop a person-centred understanding of the multi-level influencers of physical activity engagement within the targeted individuals. These findings were then applied within study 2, which implemented a 12-week physical activity intervention within the residential estate and used a mixed-methods approach to assess its implementation and explore personal experiences of the intervention strategies designed by the person-centred approach. The final study explored the transitions associated with older adults to develop an understanding of purpose, meaning and identity in later life, and how this can influence physical activity behaviour. The findings of the third study were presented within a composite vignette of the transition experiences of 4 older adults within the residential estate. The thesis presents an effective and appropriate strategy for developing person-centred, multi-level physical activity intervention for older adults. Contrary to the health-focused emphasis that is predominantly adopted by public health initiatives, the findings of this thesis highlight the importance of purpose, and related constructs such as meaning and identity for understanding and promoting physical activity behaviour in older adults. The findings suggest that future person-centred physical activity interventions for older adults should take into consideration the changes in sense of purpose as individuals become older and design intervention strategies to maximise a sense of purpose in life, and to provide more meaningful sources of physical activity.

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Symptoms of complicated grief and depression following job loss: Can engagement in non‐work activities bring relief?

2022

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The present study aimed to examine whether day‐level engagement in non‐work activities can mitigate the adverse outcomes of job loss. Based on Jahoda's latent deprivation model, we hypothesized that engaging in such activities (e.g., meeting others) can fulfil five basic needs (e.g., need for time structure) and that fulfilment of these needs mitigates the negative consequences of job loss. A diary study was conducted on five consecutive days among 236 participants who had involuntarily lost their job, yielding 1046 daily measures of the time spent on activities, the evaluation of these activities, and emotional distress. Multilevel regression analyses showed that time spent on daily activities was associated with the degree of fulfilment of the basic needs and emotional distress, yet the effect sizes were small. Perceived utility of these daily activities showed more solid effect sizes with the basic needs and emotional distress. However, the mediation effect of the basic needs regarding the association between activities and emotional distress could not be confirmed. The present results suggest that, in addition to stimulating individuals who experience job loss‐related emotional distress to undertake certain activities, the evaluation of these activities should also be taken into account in tailor‐made interventions and preventive measures.

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The importance of latent benefits and meaningful leisure activity in predicting quality of life in Australian retirees

Cited by 7 publications

References 33 publications

Physical activity and psychological adjustment among retirees: a systematic review

Physical activity and psychological adjustment among retirees: a systematic review

Developing a Person-Centred, Multi-level Physical Activity Intervention for Older Adults

Symptoms of complicated grief and depression following job loss: Can engagement in non‐work activities bring relief?

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