Study Finds - A groundbreaking study published in the journal International Social Work has uncovered a remarkable connection between marital status and “successful aging” among older adults. Specifically, the findings reveal that for men, the protective effects of marriage are truly remarkable, with married or recently married respondents up to nearly four times more likely to achieve optimal physical, mental, and social well-being compared to their single peers...
The study’s expansive definition of “successful aging” went well beyond just physical fitness, also encompassing freedom from serious mental illness, adequate social support, and a sense of subjective well-being. The results were striking – 70% of the 7,641 older Canadians surveyed were aging optimally according to this comprehensive measure. However, marital status emerged as a crucial differentiating factor, particularly for men.
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