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Positive Self-Perceptions About Aging Linked to Better Post-Fall Physical Recovery
- A study published on May 22, 2025, by researchers affiliated with institutions in London and Coventry revealed a connection between older adults' perceptions of aging and their physical recovery following falls, based on data from participants across England.
- The study addresses why some older adults recover better after falls, a major health issue associated with disability, hospitalization, and costs to the NHS of £5 million daily.
- The longitudinal study followed nearly 700 individuals aged 60 to 90, without prior falls, revealing those with positive views on aging were less likely to experience physical decline after a fall.
- Adults with the most positive attitudes toward aging were found to have significantly lower chances of experiencing slow walking speed , relying on others for daily tasks , and leading a sedentary lifestyle after a fall, compared to those with less optimistic mindsets.
- The findings suggest that improving aging mindsets through simple interventions could enhance recovery and wellbeing, highlighting psychological factors as key in post-fall care strategies.
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