Proceeding of the 1st International Conference on Lifespan Innovation (ICLI 2025)
Session: Society and Humanities
7 articles
Proceedings Article
The Ripple Effect: How Community Aquatic Activities Enhance Older Adults’ Mental Health Through Social Support
Zhen Wang
The ongoing global aging trend poses dual challenges to the physical and mental health of older adults. This study aims to examine the impact of community aquatic activities on the mental health and social connections of older adults. Through administering surveys to 200 participants, conducting data...
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Second Language Acquisition as a Lifelong Learning Strategy for Enhancing Social Participation and Wellbeing in Older Adults
Wang Chengcheng, Liu Guannan, Liu Yiran, Robert James Ford, Abanobi S. Solomon
This study explored the role of second language acquisition as a lifelong learning strategy for enhancing social participation and wellbeing among older adults. It employed the qualitative research design and analyzed the data using a thematic analysis approach. Due to the relatively small population...
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Exploring the Benefits of Habit Building and Social Interaction in Senior Universities for Older Adults in China
Robert James Ford, Wang Chengcheng, Liu Guannan
This paper examines the benefits of habit formation and social interaction for older adults in senior universities (老年大学 lǎonián dàxué) in China. With China’s rapidly ageing population, senior universities provide educational opportunities that promote lifelong learning, skill development, and social...
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Research on the Interaction Between Social Environment and Longevity in Sichuan and Chongqing from an Interdisciplinary Perspective
Duan Ling
The Sichuan-Chongqing region is located in southwestern China, encompassing the Sichuan Basin and its surrounding areas. Its unique geographical location and rich historical and cultural heritage make it a region of great charm. Here, one can find magnificent natural landscapes, diverse ethnic cultures,...
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The Current State and Development Strategies of Community Elderly Education in the Era of Intelligence: A Case Study of Chengdu Communities
Mengjing Shao
This study explores the status, challenges, and development strategies for community elderly education in the digital age through a case study of five Chengdu communities. Integrating mixed-methods data—including surveys (n = 186), in-depth interviews (10 participants), and detailed case analysis—we...
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Navigating the Silver Tsunami: An Analysis of Healthy Longevity in China
Wei Ning, Qin Yang
China is aging rapidly, with one in every five citizens projected to be over the age of 65 by 2035 [1]. This shift represents one of the most profound demographic transformations in human history. The implications are vast, affecting health systems, economic productivity, and social structures. Despite...
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Research on the EAP for Middle-aged and Elderly Employees in Private Colleges Based on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory
Shiyun Cheng
With the continuous progress of the economy and society and the increasingly severe phenomenon of population aging, the care of the middle-aged and elderly employees in private colleges and universities has attracted more and more attention. Based on Maslow‘s hierarchy of needs theory, this study discusses...