Introducing “X-Versity” Theory: Experiential Diversity in Daily Life and Its Implications for Healthy Aging
2024

Introducing X-Versity Theory: Experiential Diversity in Daily Life and Its Implications for Healthy Aging

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Author Information

Author(s): Koffer Rachel, Lee Soomi, Drewelies Johanna

Hypothesis

Experiential diversity is an important component of healthy and resilient aging.

Conclusion

Experiential diversity declines with age and is linked to various aging-related outcomes.

Supporting Evidence

  • Experiential diversity is linked to healthy aging.
  • Diversity of experiences declines with age.
  • Theoretical framework connects person-environment interactions with X-versity.

Takeaway

Having a variety of experiences in life helps people age better and stay healthy.

Methodology

Theoretical framework and empirical evidence presentation.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.0344

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