A5046119298- Health disparities and outcomes
- Optimism, Hope, and Well-being
- Cultural Differences and Values
- Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Social and Intergroup Psychology
- Psychological and Temporal Perspectives Research
- Chronic Disease Management Strategies
- Aging and Gerontology Research
- Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
- Health and Wellbeing Research
- Problem Solving Skills Development
- Urban Green Space and Health
- Resilience and Mental Health
- Social Representations and Identity
- Migration, Aging, and Tourism Studies
- Media Influence and Health
- Physical Activity and Health
- Misinformation and Its Impacts
- Community Health and Development
- Social Capital and Networks
- Psychology of Moral and Emotional Judgment
- Social and Cultural Dynamics
- Grit, Self-Efficacy, and Motivation
- Nonprofit Sector and Volunteering
Musashino University
2023-2024
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
2022
The University of Tokyo
2011-2022
Kobe University
2017-2020
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science London
2020
Kwansei Gakuin University
2018
Five studies document the validity of a new 8-item scale designed to measure positivity, defined as tendency view life and experiences with positive outlook. In first study (N = 372), psychometric properties Positivity Scale (P Scale) were examined in accordance classical test theory using large number college participants. Study 2, unidimensionality P was corroborated confirmatory factor analysis 2 independent samples (N₁ 322; N₂ 457). 3, invariance across sexes its relations self-esteem,...
Based on a deductive, culturally decentered approach, new items were generated to improve the reliability of original Social Axioms Survey, which measures individuals’ general beliefs about world. In Study 1, results from 11 countries support five-factor structure and achieve higher for axiom dimensions as measured by scale. Moreover, moderate but meaningful associations between Big-Five personality found. Temporal change social axioms at culture level was examined found be moderate. 2,...
Objectives Although neighborhood is considered to be a crucial source of social network promote health among older adults, current findings are mostly derived from observational study designs. This examined whether participations in event-based community programs could increase and such lead desirable changes mental physical adults.Method employed quasi-experimental design. A baseline questionnaire survey was sent residents Tsurukabuto aged 60 years or more (n = 1769); 1,068 responded....
Ikigai , one of the indices well‐being, tends to decline with age because resources relating ikigai decline. However, there are individual differences in this This study tested for maintenance among Japanese elderly, using a longitudinal investigating moderating role social capital on effects changes human . We conducted panel survey targeting 1,068 people ( M = 73.01 years) 2013, and 686 2017. The variables were (self‐rated financial status, physical health) (social networks, trust others),...
Strengthening neighborhood social networks is important for promoting health among older adults. However, effective intervention strategies aimed at increasing adults' have not yet been established. The present study examined whether a university-led community that provided communication opportunities could increase Japanese networks.The used quasi-experimental design. Before the intervention, using postal mail, we carried out baseline questionnaire survey was sent to all people living in...
Going outdoors more frequently is beneficial for maintaining and improving health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among older adults. However, individual differences can alter the effects going outdoors. The present study aimed to examine whether relationships between HRQOL were moderated by living alone employment status.The was a secondary analysis 14-month prospective data (n = 613). Variables used in this baseline on frequency outdoors, (physical mental component summary scores assessed...
Abstract This study investigated associations among loneliness, social support, participation, and well-being the Japanese elderly. We predicted that negative association between loneliness would be weaker in people with adequate support frequent participation. measured ikigai life satisfaction as indices of well-being. Ikigai both include a person’s current past life, yet also includes unique concepts such interactions positive expectations for future. Data 418 aged 75 older were analyzed;...
This study examined whether satisfaction with social interactions and the number of people interacted during walking groups is associated affective responses among older adults. Twenty-six adults were asked to participate in five group sessions. The participants walked together for 40–50 min. In every session, reported their (positive engagement, tranquility, negative affect), level experienced, walk. available data from 107 person-sessions. Multilevel models revealed that, although a higher...
Abstract We investigated the effect of social networks on volunteering, which is known to be beneficial for people and society, among elderly Japanese lower socioeconomic status. Western studies have demonstrated that boost volunteering wealthy because norm they should help less fortunate. However, East Asians do not share this norm. Therefore, variables tend significantly related in Japan. hypothesized would more important elderly, especially a A total 768 respondents (319 men, 432 women,...
This study tested factors related to collective action in East Asian and Western countries. Although the social identity model of (SIMCA) could explain which relate countries, previous studies have found that some SIMCA variables did not predict non‐Western We hypothesised internal locus control would be positively even countries because demonstrated former can influence proactive behaviour when inhibiting such behaviours exist. analysed 2010 World Values Survey data from seven (three four...
Abstract The use of the internet among older adults in Japan has become increasingly prevalent, leading to both positive and negative effects, such as association between belief conspiracy theories (Toriumi, 2023). In Japan, it been observed that are more susceptible when exposed extreme content, online videos. However, there is a lack empirical studies examining this phenomenon. This study aims investigate relationship adults. An survey was conducted March 2024, involving 1,200 participants...
Previous studies have shown that people with unstable self-esteem react to failure in extrapunitive ways (Kernis, Cornell, Sun, Berry, & Harlow, 1993; Kernis, Grannemann, Barclay, 1992). However, competitive situations daily life often involve several tasks. Therefore, not only the relation between instability and reaction after one failure, but expectation motivation for future tasks should also be examined. In addition, because reactions such as excuse making are appropriate Japanese...
不安定な高自尊心を持つ人は,他罰的傾向などの望ましくない特性を持つことが,先行研究で示されてきた。これに対して本研究は,自尊心変動性とポジティブな機能との関連を検討した。不安定な高自尊心を持つ人は,ネガティブな出来事によって自尊心が脅威を受けた後,脅威軽減のために,遠い将来への期待を高く持つのではないかと予測した。146名のカナダ人大学生(男性40人,女性106人)を対象に7日間の日記式調査を行い,自尊心レベル,自尊心変動性,ネガティブな出来事の頻度,時期を想定しない将来への期待,5年後への期待を測定した。予測どおり,人間関係に関するネガティブな出来事を多く経験した高自尊心者の間で,自尊心変動性と,時期を特定しない将来,5年後への期待との正の関連が見られた。このことは,遠い将来への肯定的な期待が,不安定な高自尊心を持つ人にとって,ネガティブな出来事によって受けた脅威を軽減する機能を持つことを示唆している。
認知的方略は,将来への期待の高低×過去のパフォーマンスの高低で四つの群(方略的楽観主義・非現実的楽観主義・防衛的悲観主義・真の悲観主義)に分けられる。学業場面において,方略的楽観主義者と防衛的悲観主義者が,他の二群に比べて適応的に課題遂行をすることが知られている。しかし,こうした傾向が学業場面以外でも見られるのかは充分に知られておらず,また,中高年以上で認知的方略を検討した研究は少ない。本研究では平均年齢40歳以上の2つのサンプル;i)会社員54名(平均年齢48.08歳)...
We investigated the relationships between sense of acceptance by a communication partner and degree familiarity with that partner, effects university students’ older adults’ personalities on strength their relationships. The participants played Settoku Nattoku game, persuasive game. After each session, persuader rated persuaded to which they felt accepted them. results Hierarchical Linear Modeling indicated was positively related in students. This relationship stronger among people typical...