Benefits of Age-Diverse social worlds: cognitive functioning, positive emotional experiences, and life expectancy.

Claire Growney, Laura L Carstensen, Tammy English

Department of Psychology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA.Department of Psychology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA. · pubmed

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Abstract

Americans live in largely age-segregated worlds. The aims of this study are to (1) characterize the age composition of individuals' social networks and daily social interactions and (2) investigate cross-sectional and longitudinal associations between age diversity metrics and participant outcomes: fluid cognitive ability, emotional well-being, and mortality.

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Research summary

The paper claims that age diversity in social networks is associated with better cognitive functioning, emotional well-being, and increased life expectancy. This research is relevant as it explores the impact of social interactions on longevity and cognitive health, addressing factors that may influence aging outcomes.

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