PERCEIVED NEIGHBORHOOD CHARACTERISTICS AND ACTIVITY ENGAGEMENT AMONG RACIALLY DIVERSE OLDER ADULTS
2024
Neighborhood Characteristics and Activity Engagement in Older Adults
Sample size: 9180
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Author Information
Author(s): Jang Jeein, Avila Jaqueline, Burr Jeffrey
Primary Institution: University of Massachusetts Boston
Hypothesis
The study investigates how perceived neighborhood characteristics affect activity engagement among racially diverse older adults.
Conclusion
The study found that social cohesion positively influences activity engagement among older adults, with variations based on race and ethnicity.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults in neighborhoods with high physical disorder may have strong community bonds.
- Black older adults engage in activities more than non-Hispanic Whites.
- Hispanics may prioritize individual choices over neighborhood social cohesion.
Takeaway
This study shows that where older people live can affect how active they are, and this can be different for different races.
Methodology
The study used data from the Health and Retirement Study and employed Poisson regression analyses.
Participant Demographics
Adults aged 50 and above, including racially diverse groups.
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