Blar i SVA - Norwegian Social Research (NOVA) på emneord "Aging"
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Advantaged socioeconomic conditions in childhood are associated with higher cognitive functioning, but stronger cognitive decline in older age
(Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America;Vol. 116, No. 12, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-02-25)Cognitive aging is characterized by large heterogeneity, which may be due to variations in childhood socioeconomic conditions (CSC). Although there is substantial evidence for an effect of CSC on levels of cognitive ... -
The age and well-being “paradox”: a longitudinal and multidimensional reconsideration
(European Journal of Ageing;19, Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022-05-23)This paper explores qualifcations to the much-discussed paradox that although aging is associated with multiple physical and social losses, subjective well-being (SWB) is stable or increasing in later life. We explore ... -
Childlessness and Psychological Well-Being in Midlife and Old Age
(Chapter; Peer reviewed, 2020-12-22)This entry reviews the literature on the relationship between parental status and psychological well-being in middle and old age. Psychological well-being is defined broadly, in order to capture the complexity of the costs ... -
Cohort Profile: The Norwegian Life Course, Ageing and Generation Study (NorLAG)
(International Journal of Epidemiology;, Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-01-26)The Norwegian Life Course, Ageing and Generation Study (NorLAG) was set up to gain new and updated knowledge on ageing and age-related changes in Norway. The nationwide, population-based study includes information on core ... -
Et Øst-Vest skille for eldres livskvalitet i Europa? En sammenligning av ensomhet og depressive symptomer i 12 land
(Nordisk Østforum;Volume 33, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)This study explores late-life loneliness and depression in European countries, noting the role of micro-level differences in socioeconomic status, health, and social variables. Findings from cross-sectional, nationally ... -
Nye eldre – nye former for frivillighet? Frivillighetsmønstre og motivbegrunnelser sett i lys av endringer i verdier, utdanningsnivå og mestring
(Tidsskrift for velferdsforskning;Årgang 24, nr. 4-2021, Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-12-21)Morgendagens eldre forventes å utgjøre en betydelig ressurs for frivillig sektor. Mer ressurser i kraft av bedre helse, økt utdanning og mestring trekker i den retning. Samtidig kan mer individualistiske verdier trekke ...