Leisure Activities and Emotional Well-being in Independent Retirees
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This work aims to investigate the promotion of healthy aging and factors contributing on the quality of life of old people. A sample of 56 healthy, independent old people from the province of León (Spain) differing in the type of free time-entertainment (new information, memory and cards game) participated in this study. Emotional well-being state was evaluated using a Spanish-adaptation of the Carol Ryff Psychological Well Scale, composed of six dimensions: environmental mastery, self-acceptance, positive relations with others, autonomy, purpose of life and personal growth. Results show statistically significant differences in the Autonomy dimension, with favorable scores in those people who were predominantly involved in free time activities related to memory enhancement versus people who were predominantly involved in cards game. These findings highlight the relevance of the type of free time activities in elderly age, besides community activities.
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