Well-being, Loneliness and Self-esteem in Lifelong Learning: The Role of Engagement

The present and the future of our society are shaped by an increasing proportion of the elderly population. In the context of the global population aging, mental health concerns are more critical than ever. Lifelong learning provides opportunities for maintaining the mental health of older people. o...

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Published in:Jiao yu ke xue yan jiu qi kan 2021-06, Vol.66 (2), p.241
Main Authors: Chun-Yu, Kuo, Mei-Wen, Wang, Te-Yung, Chang
Format: Article
Language:Chinese
Subjects:
Adult Learning
Cognitive ability
Learning Centers (Classroom)
Lifelong learning
Loneliness
Mental health
Older Adults
Older people
Self esteem
Well being
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Summary:The present and the future of our society are shaped by an increasing proportion of the elderly population. In the context of the global population aging, mental health concerns are more critical than ever. Lifelong learning provides opportunities for maintaining the mental health of older people. older people can continue to participate in courses to maintain their cognitive functions and increase interpersonal connections. The present study developed a profile of the characteristics of older learners at a older people learning center. We examined the influence of the duration of participation at the learning center, the diversity of the courses selected, and the impact of the diverse roles played by older people on their well-being, loneliness, and self-esteem. The results revealed that a longer participation duration resulted in higher well-being and self-esteem among participants; moreover, participating in a greater diversity of courses resulted in lower loneliness. Furthermore, increased diversity of th
ISSN:2073-753X
DOI:10.6209/JORIES.202106_66(2).0008