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Title: University Education: A Potential Health Promotion Intervention for Australian Baby Boomers
Language: English
Authors: Hardy, Margaret (ORCID 0000-0001-6012-8290), Summers, Mathew, Millear, Prudence, Oprescu, Florin
Source: International Journal of Lifelong Education. 2019 38(6):589-601.
Availability: Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2019
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Health Promotion, Baby Boomers, Intervention, Nontraditional Students, College Students, Older Adults, Barriers, Student Attitudes, Foreign Countries, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Cognitive Ability, Motivation, Student Costs, Gender Differences, Age Differences, Mental Health
Geographic Terms: Australia
DOI: 10.1080/02601370.2019.1636892
ISSN: 0260-1370
Abstract: It is forecast that ageing baby boomers will have a substantial impact on future health expenditure. The primary aim of this study is to explore the perceived health benefits of later life university study for baby boomers. An online survey of Australian baby boomers examined their beliefs regarding the health benefits of studying at university in later life and related barriers. Data from 261 respondents revealed the main benefits to be gained from later life university study were improved critical thinking and decision-making skills. The main motivators were personal fulfilment and mental or intellectual stimulation, and financial cost the most important barrier. The results from this study suggest that university study in later life should be considered as a health promotion intervention for older adults seeking mental/intellectual stimulation. Enhancement of cognitive function through such interventions may have significant positive impacts on health outcomes across short, medium and long-term timeframes.
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Entry Date: 2019
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