Validation of the Aging Perceptions Questionnaire
Author Information
Author(s): Maja Barker, Ann O'Hanlon, Hannah M McGee, Anne Hickey, Ronan M Conroy
Primary Institution: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Hypothesis
The study aims to develop and validate a multidimensional instrument for assessing self-perceptions of aging.
Conclusion
The Aging Perceptions Questionnaire (APQ) is a reliable and valid tool for assessing self-perceptions of aging and their impact on health.
Supporting Evidence
- Self-perceptions of aging are linked to functional disability and mortality.
- The APQ showed good internal reliability and construct validity.
- Self-perceptions of aging can mediate the relationship between health status and depression.
Takeaway
This study created a questionnaire to help understand how older people feel about aging, which can affect their health.
Methodology
The study involved 2,033 older adults who completed the APQ and other health measures, followed by statistical analyses to validate the instrument.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal inferences about the relationships between self-perceptions of aging and health outcomes.
Participant Demographics
Participants were community-dwelling older adults aged 65 and over, with a mean age of 74.1 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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