The impact of physical exercise on death anxiety in older adults: the chain-mediating role of self-efficacy and psychological resilience.

ABSTRACT:

Background

With the rapid global aging trend, understanding death anxiety among the elderly has become a key focus in mental health research. Grounded in a biopsychosocial perspective, this study aims to examine the association between physical exercise and death anxiety in older adults and to explore the potential mediating roles of self-efficacy and psychological resilience within a cross-sectional framework.

Methods

Using a cross-sectional design, the study surveyed 772 Chinese individuals aged 60 and above. Data were collected via the Physical Activity Rating Scale, Death Anxiety Scale, General Self-Efficacy Scale, and Psychological Resilience Scale. Correlation analysis and multiple regression were conducted using SPSS 27.0, and the hypothesized mediating effects were t

SUBMITTER: Li F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12675411 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature