Psychological Health and Social Wellbeing Among Older Adults: Second Edition
A special issue of Healthcare (ISSN 2227-9032).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 June 2027 | Viewed by 900
Editor
Interests: ageing; mental health; integrative; complementary medicine health economics; health and healthcare policy; technology impact analysis; digital game-based learning
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Dear Colleagues,
The current global demographic transition is characterized by a significant rise in the proportion of older individuals within the population. This demographic shift holds significant implications for the development of a "wellbeing economy", particularly with respect to the psychological health and social wellbeing of older adults.
To further comprehend and measure these aspects of wellbeing, innovative measures and approaches are necessary. Such developments have significant implications for reviewing the internationally agreed development objectives, including those featured in the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA) and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
We welcome contributions that explore various aspects of psychological health and social wellbeing among older adults. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Theoretical frameworks for integrating the concept of psychological health and social wellbeing;
- Novel assessment tools or the validation of existing ones in order to evaluate living conditions and arrangements, productive and other contributions to society, social protection, and healthcare needs;
- Innovative interventions to promote psychological health and social engagement and wellbeing in later life;
- The role of technology in enhancing psychological health and social wellbeing among older adults;
- The environmental impact on the psychological health and social wellbeing of older adults and their caregivers;
- The cultural and societal factors that influence psychological health and social wellbeing during the later stages of life.
Submissions from diverse academic disciplines, such as psychology, sociology, gerontology, social work, environmental health, health economics and public health, are encouraged. Original research articles, reviews, meta-analyses and theoretical papers are all welcome.
Dr. Doreen Wing Han Au
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- ageing
- psychological health
- social wellbeing
- gerontechnology
- environmental health
- health economics
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