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What is the aging related resilience theory?

Despite the physical and social losses often associated with later life, older adults frequently report high levels of subjective well-being, a phenomenon some researchers call the “paradox of old age”. The **aging related resilience theory** proposes that this is largely due to the capacity of older adults to successfully adapt, cope with, and recover from age-related adversities, which can include declining health, loss of loved ones, and life transitions. This dynamic process allows individuals to not only endure but also thrive in the face of challenge.