Journal of Aging and Environment
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Research into Action for Older Adults
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Housing and Community Design for Older Adults:
The journal emphasizes research on how housing design, community layout, and environmental features impact the health, well-being, and engagement of older adults. - Quality of Life and Well-Being:
Research articles often explore the relationship between housing conditions, social environments, and the subjective well-being of older adults, including their perceptions and experiences. - Aging in Place:
A significant focus is placed on studies addressing the preferences and challenges of older adults aging in place, including home modifications and community support systems. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Aging:
The journal encourages interdisciplinary research that combines insights from architecture, public health, psychology, and social work to address the needs of the aging population. - Innovative Assessment Tools:
The development and validation of assessment tools to evaluate living environments and their suitability for older adults are highlighted, fostering evidence-based interventions.
Trending and Emerging
- Age-Friendly Housing Initiatives:
There is a growing emphasis on understanding and designing age-friendly housing solutions that cater to the preferences and needs of older adults, as evidenced by recent publications on housing preferences and modifications. - Impact of the Built Environment on Health:
Research increasingly explores how various built environment factors, such as walkability and neighborhood design, directly influence the physical and mental health of older adults. - Technology Integration in Aging:
Emerging studies focus on the role of technology in enhancing the living conditions of older adults, including smart home technologies and augmented reality tools for home assessments. - Community Cohesion and Social Connections:
Recent publications highlight the importance of social cohesion and community connections in promoting the well-being of older adults, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. - Environmental Adaptations for Dementia Care:
There is a noticeable increase in research addressing environmental adaptations specifically for individuals with dementia, focusing on creating supportive and navigable living spaces.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Institutional Care Settings:
Research focused on traditional nursing homes and institutional care has decreased, possibly as the field shifts towards exploring more community-based and home-based care models. - Generalized Aging Research:
Broad studies on aging without specific environmental context or practical applications have become less common, as the journal prioritizes targeted research that ties aging to specific environmental factors. - Single-Dimensional Studies:
There is a waning interest in studies that only consider one aspect of aging (e.g., health) without integrating environmental or social factors, as the journal promotes a more holistic approach.
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