The aim of this paper is twofold. Firstly, to investigate the potential benefits of online health
communities (OHCs) for informal caregivers by conducting a systematic literature review …

Recent gerontology studies emphasize resilience, the process of bouncing back from
adversity as a significant factor of wellbeing. Further, advancements in technology such as …

Loneliness as a consequence of getting older negatively impacts on the health and well-
being of men as they age. Having a purpose in life may mitigate loneliness and therefore …

To promote health and healthy aging, it is important to develop supportive environments and
specific opportunities for meaningful and valuable social engagement. The current study …

There are individual differences in the phenomenological re-experiencing of
autobiographical memories. We examine whether sense of purpose in life and cognitive …

The current study examined the extent to which leisure activities were related to different
forms of social support and its association with positive affect. A secondary data analysis …

Purpose in life (PIL) is often associated with grand achievements and existential beliefs, but
recent theory suggests that it might ultimately track gainful pursuit of basic evolved goals …

Older adults experience a transition when moving, and moving during a pandemic creates
additional challenges. Leisure activities are linked to providing life satisfaction and …

This study explored how personality and serious leisure activities, such as playing
pickleball, contribute to eudaimonic well-being in middle-aged and older adults. Data were …

Forest bathing as a recreation activity may connect to experiences of social support, activity
attachment, and purpose in life (PIL) among older adults. However, it is unclear whether …