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J. Ageing Longev., Volume 5, Issue 4 (December 2025) – 6 articles

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Systematic Review
Digital Planning-Based Technologies to Support Memory-Related Functioning in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Scoping Study
by Aswen Sriranganathan, Shaylene Kathiravelu, Tracy Li, Lindsey Sikora, Shekinah McClymont, Dona Locke, Melanie Chandler, Anne Shandera-Ochsner, Adrian D. C. Chan, Fateme Rajabiyazdi, Octavio A. Santos, Chantal Trudel, Atul Jaiswal and Neil Thomas
J. Ageing Longev. 2025, 5(4), 42; https://doi.org/10.3390/jal5040042 - 8 Oct 2025
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Background: Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a precursor to dementia, with a prevalence of over 15% among community dwellers, with significant economic and social implications. Despite preserved autonomy in daily living, individuals with MCI face challenges in handling everyday technology and memory-related [...] Read more.
Background: Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a precursor to dementia, with a prevalence of over 15% among community dwellers, with significant economic and social implications. Despite preserved autonomy in daily living, individuals with MCI face challenges in handling everyday technology and memory-related tasks, necessitating digital interventions, such as digital planning-based technologies to support cognitive functioning. Objective: The aim of this study is to identify and summarize available research literature on available digital planning-based technologies to support memory-related functioning in older adults with MCI. Specifically, this study seeks to (1) document the types and functions of these technologies, (2) report their effectiveness, and (3) identify gaps in the current evidence. Methods: A comprehensive literature search of four databases (Medline, Embase, APA PsycINFO, and CINAHL) was conducted in accordance with Arksey and O’Malley’s scoping review methodological framework from inception to February 6, 2024, without restrictions. Inclusion criteria focused on peer-reviewed studies involving adults aged 50 or older with diagnosed cognitive impairment, specifically using digital planning-based technologies for memory support. Results: From 1854 sources, 8 studies were included. Five categories of digital planning-based technologies were identified: (1) reminders and alarms, (2) electronic calendars, (3) digital memory notebooks, (4) digital visual mapping, and (5) smart-home integration. Several studies reported improved task performance, memory recall, and executive function, with digital memory notebooks and visual mapping software showing greatest impact on functional independence. While interventions were generally well-received, usability challenges and low adherence were common, often linked to technological familiarity and motivation. Conclusions: Digital planning-based technologies show promise in supporting memory-related functioning in older adults with MCI. While studies report positive outcomes, more research is needed to refine these tools, evaluate long-term effects, and ensure integration into daily life. Expanding the evidence base will be key to improving accessibility and effectiveness for this population. Full article
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Understanding Rehabilitation Providers: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Toward Older Adults with Substance Use Disorders
by Marybeth Johnson, Michelle L. Cathorall, Tina M. K. Newsham and Elizabeth Fugate-Whitlock
J. Ageing Longev. 2025, 5(4), 41; https://doi.org/10.3390/jal5040041 - 6 Oct 2025
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Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs), including ageism, of rehabilitation service providers regarding older adults with substance use disorders to examine the association between KAPs and ageism on the knowledge of rehabilitation providers [...] Read more.
Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs), including ageism, of rehabilitation service providers regarding older adults with substance use disorders to examine the association between KAPs and ageism on the knowledge of rehabilitation providers and confidence in treating this population. Methods: An online survey was developed to assess providers’ familiarity with geriatric substance use disorders, attitudes towards aging, and perceived barriers to treatment. The survey included the Expectations Regarding Aging (ERA-12) tool to measure ageist attitudes. Data was collected from 25 rehabilitation healthcare providers across rehabilitation centers in North Carolina. Descriptive statistics and ERA-12 scoring were used to analyze the results. Results: Most (52.0%) respondents reported slight or moderate familiarity with specific risk factors for substance use disorders associated with older adults, and participants most commonly expressed ambivalence (48.0% indicated they were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied) with their training on this demographic. Barriers included a lack of specialized training, limited availability of age-appropriate treatment programs, and resistance to change. Negative attitudes towards aging and substance use disorders were prevalent among respondents. Providers indicated a need for enhanced education, clinical guidelines, and access to geriatric-trained professionals. Discussion: The findings highlight a critical need for specialized training for rehabilitation providers to improve care for older adults with substance use disorders. Addressing ageism, increasing awareness, and enhancing provider education are essential to improving treatment outcomes. Implementing targeted training programs and specialized resources could significantly enhance the quality of care for this underserved population. Full article
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Review
Geriatric Suicide: Understanding Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies Using a Socioecological Model
by Sophia Xian, Seethalakshmi Ramanathan, Stephen J. Glatt and Michiko Ueda
J. Ageing Longev. 2025, 5(4), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/jal5040040 - 6 Oct 2025
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Suicide is a leading cause of mortality and a recognized public health priority. In the last two decades, older adults (age 65 and older) saw the largest percentage increase in suicide rates. Despite these rising trends, geriatric suicide remains an understudied public health [...] Read more.
Suicide is a leading cause of mortality and a recognized public health priority. In the last two decades, older adults (age 65 and older) saw the largest percentage increase in suicide rates. Despite these rising trends, geriatric suicide remains an understudied public health crisis. In this review, we summarize risk factors specific to geriatric suicide using a socioecological framework and the Interpersonal Theory of Suicide of burdensomeness and belongingness. Specifically, we categorize these risk factors into individual, interpersonal, organizational, and policy levels. For each type of risk factor, we review prevention and intervention programs that can help mitigate the risk of suicide among older adults. Some strategies we discuss include early detection, comprehensive healthcare approaches, community-based support systems, and legislative and policy solutions. The paper underscores the need for increased awareness and more targeted research to address the unique challenges faced by the aging population to provide more informed support and prevent suicide mortality. Full article
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What Is Successful Aging? From Seniors’ Needs for a Happy and Meaningful Life to Moving into a Senior Living Community
by Zihui Ma and Hyun Jeong Kim
J. Ageing Longev. 2025, 5(4), 39; https://doi.org/10.3390/jal5040039 - 2 Oct 2025
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This study investigates the decision-making process behind moving into a senior living community. Prospective residents were asked to identify the most important qualities of a happy, healthy, and engaged life, so called successful aging. Our effort resulted in a scale with 27 [...] Read more.
This study investigates the decision-making process behind moving into a senior living community. Prospective residents were asked to identify the most important qualities of a happy, healthy, and engaged life, so called successful aging. Our effort resulted in a scale with 27 items reflecting seniors’ needs for successful aging. Building upon the Andersen’s model to predict the medical service utilization, this study developed the Needs of Successful Aging-Enabling-Psychosocial (N-SEP) model. The results showed the needs for successful aging have a positive effect on prospective residents’ attitudes and subjective norms, which in turn affect seniors’ decision to move. In addition, enabling factors were found to increase the perceived control, leading to a decision to move. This study benefits both senior living practitioners and academics who are interested in studying this fast-growing field in the future. Full article
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Review
Understanding the Ageing Customer and Designing Services for Ageing in Place
by Vessela Warren and Richard Nicholls
J. Ageing Longev. 2025, 5(4), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/jal5040038 - 24 Sep 2025
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Many developed countries are experiencing a marked rise in the ageing population, with a growing proportion of adults entering older age groups. Whilst the literature has focused on the design, management, and quality of services within senior living facilities, less attention has been [...] Read more.
Many developed countries are experiencing a marked rise in the ageing population, with a growing proportion of adults entering older age groups. Whilst the literature has focused on the design, management, and quality of services within senior living facilities, less attention has been paid to services for ageing in one’s home and community. This article seeks to add understanding of the needs of older customers and how services and service processes can be designed to support their independent living and ageing in place. These services can enable older customers who feel challenged by daily tasks to continue to live in the community as opposed to in senior facilities. However, the literature on the designing of services has failed to keep pace with the growing trend of older customers and there is currently a deficiency of literature focusing on services designed for ageing in place. Therefore, this article addresses this lacuna through a thematic review of the literature in the field of service design, gerontology, and hospitality. The article reconceptualises hospitality in both hospitality and non-hospitality services and offers a theoretical and practical perspective into service design through the hospitality and human-design lens to enable older customers to age in place. Full article
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Empowering Older Migrants: Co-Designing Climate Communication with Chinese Seniors in the UK
by Qing Ni, Hua Dong and Antonios Kaniadakis
J. Ageing Longev. 2025, 5(4), 37; https://doi.org/10.3390/jal5040037 - 24 Sep 2025
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This study explores how older Chinese migrants in London engage with climate change discourse using participatory co-design workshops. Although already practising sustainability behaviours such as recycling, this group faces significant barriers—particularly language difficulties and cultural differences—that limit their active participation in broader climate [...] Read more.
This study explores how older Chinese migrants in London engage with climate change discourse using participatory co-design workshops. Although already practising sustainability behaviours such as recycling, this group faces significant barriers—particularly language difficulties and cultural differences—that limit their active participation in broader climate initiatives. The research addresses three key aspects: (1) identifying opportunities for sustainable practices within migrants’ daily routines; (2) understanding their influential roles within families and communities; and (3) examining their trusted sources and preferred channels for climate communication. Results highlight that family and community networks, combined with digital platforms (e.g., WeChat) and visually engaging materials, play essential roles in disseminating climate information. Participants expressed strong motivations rooted in intergenerational responsibility and economic benefits. The findings emphasise the necessity of inclusive and peer-led communication strategies that are attuned to older migrants’ linguistic preferences, media habits, and cultural values—underscoring their significant but often overlooked potential to meaningfully contribute to climate action. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Aging in Place: Supporting Older People's Well-Being and Independence)
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