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RESEARCH PAPER / 2025-03-27

Cumulative social advantage across the lifespan: Examining the convergent and predictive validity of a multidimensional hierarchical construct for health and longevity.

Anthony D Ong, Frank D Mann

Department of Psychology, Cornell University.Department of Psychology, Cornell University. · pubmed

Abstract

This study introduces the concept of cumulative social advantage as a hierarchical construct encompassing multiple aspects of social connection, including religious, psychosocial, familial, and emotional dimensions. Using data from the Midlife Development in the United States-II (

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Research summary

The paper claims that cumulative social advantage across various dimensions can predict health outcomes and longevity. This research is relevant as it explores the social determinants of health and their potential impact on longevity, contributing to the understanding of factors that may influence lifespan.

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