Sexuality in Older Couples: Individual and Dyadic Characteristics
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DOI: 10.1007/s10508-015-0651-9
Abstract: Sexuality is a key component of health and functioning that changes with age. Although most sexual activity takes place with a partner, the majority of research on sexuality has focused on individuals. In this paper,… read more here.
Keywords: sexual activity; sexuality older; model; sex ... See more keywords
Finer Distinctions: Variability in Satisfied Older Couples' Problem-Solving Behaviors.
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DOI: 10.1111/famp.12198
Abstract: This study utilized observational and self-report data from 64 maritally satisfied and stable older couples to explore if there were meaningful differences in how couples approached marital disagreements. Using a typology approach to classify couples… read more here.
Keywords: problem solving; solving skills; older couples; characterized spouses ... See more keywords
Having a Good Time Together: The Role of Companionship in Older Couples' Everyday Life.
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DOI: 10.1159/000524089
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Companionship (i.e., enjoyable shared activities) is associated with higher emotional and relational well-being. However, the role of companionship for emotional well-being and relationship satisfaction in older couples' everyday life is not well understood. This… read more here.
Keywords: older couples; everyday life; companionship; momentary companionship ... See more keywords
Dyadic profiles of personality among older couples: Associations with marital quality
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DOI: 10.1177/0265407520916246
Abstract: Understanding dyadic personality configurations and their associations with marital quality helps identify couples who are at high risk of marital strain. However, current research on personality similarity among spouses usually confounds couples with similarly positive… read more here.
Keywords: dyadic personality; quality; marital quality; personality ... See more keywords
Dyadic Loneliness and Changes to HbA1c Among Older US Couples: The Role of Marital Support as Stress Buffer
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DOI: 10.1177/08982643211006498
Abstract: Objectives: Both experiencing loneliness and having a lonely partner can be psychosocial stressors, with implications for health. Yet, marital support may buffer against the cardiometabolic effects of loneliness. This study examines (1) whether own and/or… read more here.
Keywords: partner; loneliness; older couples; marital support ... See more keywords
When Collaborating in Constructive Task With Spouse: Attachment Orientation Predicts Exploratory Behavior Among Older Couples
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.628412
Abstract: In order to examine the function of the attachment system in later life, this study investigated the relationships between attachment orientation and exploratory behavior in a collaborative constructive activity with one’s spouse among older adults.… read more here.
Keywords: exploratory behavior; older couples; attachment orientation; among older ... See more keywords
Ageing Together: Interdependence in the Memory Compensation Strategies of Long-Married Older Couples
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.854051
Abstract: People live and age together in social groups. Across a range of outcomes, research has identified interdependence in the cognitive and health trajectories of ageing couples. Various types of memory decline with age and people… read more here.
Keywords: memory compensation; compensation; older couples; interdependence memory ... See more keywords