Associations of Prevention Focus Traits with Sedentary Behavior in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
2024
Personality Traits and Sedentary Behavior in Older Adults
Sample size: 94
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Suarez Jethro Raphael, Blount Amber, Park Joon-Hyuk, Thiamwong Ladda
Primary Institution: University of Central Florida
Hypothesis
There is a relationship between personality traits and sedentary behavior in community-dwelling older adults.
Conclusion
Older adults with a higher prevention focus are more likely to engage in sedentary behavior.
Supporting Evidence
- Sedentary behavior is linked to health risks like muscle atrophy and heart disease.
- The Regulatory Focus Questionnaire measures personality traits related to motivation.
- A significant correlation was found between prevention focus and sedentary behavior.
Takeaway
This study found that older people who are more cautious and avoid risks tend to sit more.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study measuring sedentary behavior using an activity monitor over 7 days.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling older adults aged 61 to 89 years, predominantly women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.00819
Statistical Significance
p = 0.00819
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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