Time trend analysis of leisure-time activity participation among young-old adults in China 2002-2018.

ABSTRACT:

Background

To examine the time trends of leisure activity engagement among young-old adults aged 65-74 in China over a 16-year period.

Methods

Data for a nationally representative sample of young-old adults was sourced from the 2002-2018 Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey (N = 9504). Generalized estimating equations regressions were implemented to assess temporal trends for 10 different leisure-time activities. We also evaluated time trends for solitary versus social leisure-time activities.

Results

Young-old adults were less likely to engage in any form of social activities (e.g. participate in social events) over time, controlling for other confounders such as age, sex, education, income, and health characteristics. Trends in outdoor activities participat

SUBMITTER: Fong JH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8889756 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature