Abstract
A general attitude of gratitude towards life seems to be a crucial factor for a positive
psychosocial adjustment of older adults. The study presented in this chapter
underlines the role that gratitude plays for active elders in engaging in prosocial
behaviors within the circle of close relationships and the broader social community.
In particular, the study shows that the experience of gratitude allows older people
to extend the range of activities carried out for the benefit of others: grateful
individuals provide help in relation not only to those who have previously provided
help to them, but also to others.
| Lingua originale | English |
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| Titolo della pubblicazione ospite | Living longer. A Resource for the family, an Opportunity for Society |
| Pagine | 35-44 |
| Numero di pagine | 10 |
| Stato di pubblicazione | Pubblicato - 2018 |
Keywords
- gratitude