OLDER ADULTS’ INTERACTIONS ON SHORT-FORM VIDEO PLATFORMS ENHANCE THEIR SOCIAL ADAPTATION: A CHAIN MEDIATION MODEL
2024
Older Adults' Social Adaptation Through Short-Form Video Platforms
Sample size: 2000
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Author Information
Author(s): Wu Jingxuan, Peng Huamao
Primary Institution: Beijing Normal University
Hypothesis
Active engagement by older adults on short-form video platforms influences their social adaptation.
Conclusion
Frequent interactions on short-form video platforms positively influence older adults' social adaptation by satisfying their basic psychological needs and improving their attitudes towards aging.
Supporting Evidence
- Frequent interactions on short-form video platforms positively influence social adaptation.
- Satisfaction of basic psychological needs mediates the relationship between video interactions and social adaptation.
- Greater positive attitudes towards aging are linked to increased social adaptation.
Takeaway
When older people interact more on video apps like TikTok, it helps them feel better about themselves and their social lives.
Methodology
Older adults completed various questionnaires to assess their social adaptation and psychological needs, and a mediation model was tested.
Participant Demographics
Older adults aged 55–85 years, average age 60.20.
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