Social Interaction and Well-Being in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Grünjes Carlotta, Garza Elizabeth Zambrano, Murphy Rachel, Madden Kenneth, Gerstorf Denis, Hueluer Gizem, Hoppmann Christiane
Hypothesis
Longer social interaction time is associated with higher well-being at the individual level.
Conclusion
Preliminary analyses indicate that longer duration of interaction was associated with higher well-being.
Supporting Evidence
- Longer duration of interaction has been associated with higher well-being at the individual level.
- Correlations show differences in interaction time reports between partners.
Takeaway
Talking and spending time with friends or partners makes older people feel happier, especially if they think they spend more time together than their partner believes.
Methodology
The study uses dyadic end-of-day diary data from older adults and their chosen partners to assess interaction time and well-being.
Participant Demographics
Canadian older adults with a mean age of 66.68 years, 60% women.
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