People who consider themselves younger than their actual age experience health benefits, including lower brain aging. Research indicates a significant link between feeling older than one's chronological age and increased risk for depression, cardiovascular diseases, and higher mortality. Subjective age perception influences physical and mental health and cognitive function. Individuals with a positive subjective age reported better overall health outcomes compared to those who felt older than their actual age, indicating the psychological impact of age perception on well-being.
In a study of more than 10,000 middle-aged and older adults, it was found that individuals who felt older than their chronological age were at greater risk of developing cardiovascular conditions, including heart disease and stroke.
Subjective age acts as a surprisingly powerful predictor of physical and mental health, cognitive function, and longevity, with individuals reporting feeling younger demonstrating less brain aging.
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