Digital engagement associated with positive views on aging in Chinese older adults aged 60 and over.
This longitudinal cohort study utilized a nationally representative sample from The China Longitudinal Aging Social Survey. The population consisted of Chinese older adults aged 60 and over. Data collection occurred across 3 waves collected in 2018, 2020, and 2023. Hierarchical growth curve models were used to examine cohort differences driven by digital engagement. The study design allows for longitudinal observation of aging perspectives.
The exposure of interest was digital engagement compared against cohort differences. Main results indicated views on aging become increasingly positive with age. Digital engagement effectively boosts the positivity of views on aging. However, the positive effect of digital engagement diminishes marginally with age. Distinct cohort differences were observed regarding subjective age and perceived old age. No absolute numbers or confidence intervals were reported for these outcomes.
Safety data were not reported, including adverse events and discontinuations. No specific effect sizes or p values were provided in the input. The input data did not specify sample size details. Limitations include the observational nature of the design which precludes causal inference. The practice relevance provides theoretical support for promoting active aging and building an age-friendly environment in the digital society. Clinicians should interpret these findings as hypothesis generating rather than definitive guidance.
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