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Does time matter? The role of time perspective and ageism in mental health along the lifespan

datacite.subject.fosCiências Sociais::Psicologia
datacite.subject.sdg03:Saúde de Qualidade
dc.contributor.authorMiguel, Isabel
dc.contributor.authorvon Humboldt, Sofia
dc.contributor.authorLeal, Isabel
dc.contributor.authorThijssen, Sandra
dc.date.accessioned2025-07-07T15:03:22Z
dc.date.available2025-07-07T15:03:22Z
dc.date.issued2025-03-14
dc.description.abstract Time perspective is a consistent personal viewpoint which evolves with age and may influence mental health across the lifespan. This study aims to: (1) compare time perspective, perceived ageism and mental health indicators, in three age cohorts across the lifespan; (2) examine the influence of time perspective on mental health indicators (depression, anxiety, and stress); and (3) assess whether ageism serves as a moderating factor between time perspective and mental health indicators. 1311 participants from three distinct age groups (18–39, 40–59, and 60+) participated in this cross-sectional study. The following instruments were used: (a) Future Time Perspective Scale (FTPS); (b) Perceived Ageism Questionnaire (PAQ); (c) Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scales (DASS-21); and (d) a sociodemographic, health and lifestyle questionnaire. MANOVAs and moderated regression analyses were performed on the data. Results indicated the highest levels of stress, anxiety and perceived ageism among younger and older participants. A decrease in FTP-Opportunity and an increase of FTP-Limitation, and the perception of increased positive ageism were found throughout the life cycle. FTP-Opportunity was found to negatively impact stress, anxiety, and depression, whereas FTP-Limitation showed a positive effect. Positive ageism also moderated the effects of FTP-Opportunity on anxiety and depression. This study unveils the intricate relationship between time perspective, mental health, and ageism, indicating that time perspective significantly influences mental health outcomes such as depression, anxiety, and stress. Addressing ageism emerges as a crucial component in enhancing mental health in individuals of all ages.
dc.identifier.citationMiguel, I., von Humboldt, S., & Leal, I. (2025). Does time matter? The role of time perspective and ageism in mental health along the lifespan. , 44(8), 6724–6735. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-025-07657-7
dc.identifier.doi10.1007/s12144-025-07657-7
dc.identifier.issn1046-1310
dc.identifier.issn1936-4733
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10400.12/13554
dc.language.isoeng
dc.peerreviewedyes
dc.publisherSpringer Science and Business Media LLC
dc.relation.ispartofCurrent Psychology
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
dc.subjectMental health
dc.subjectAnxiety
dc.subjectDepression
dc.subjectStress
dc.subjectTime perspective
dc.subjectAgeism
dc.subjectLifespan
dc.titleDoes time matter? The role of time perspective and ageism in mental health along the lifespan
dc.typejournal article
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oaire.citation.endPage6735
oaire.citation.issue8
oaire.citation.startPage6724
oaire.citation.titleCurrent Psychology
oaire.citation.volume44
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person.givenNameSandra
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