Correlation of self-assessment of the lived years with psychological well-being in later life

The research considers psychological well-being of the elderly, focusing on the influence of self-esteem of the lived years. We developed and tested the author's questionnaire “Subjective Self-Assessment of the Lived years”. Carried out correlation analysis was on the basis of the results of the С. Ryff’s “Scale of Psychological Well-Being” adapted by T.D. Shevelenkova and P.P. Fesenko. In the context of an aging population, as it is becoming one of the key demographic trends, the study of the psychological aspects of the lives of older people is particularly relevant. Conducted empirical study among 50 respondents aged 61 to 90 examined parameters such as life satisfaction, social connections, achievements, and general perception of the lived years. The results showed that the majority of participants rate their years positively, while women are more likely to demonstrate a higher level of self-esteem and satisfaction. Correlation analysis revealed significant links between self-assessment of the lived years and aspects of psychological well-being, such as personal growth and environmental management. The findings emphasize the importance of further studying the factors contributing to the psychological well-being of older people and the need to develop support programs for this age group, which can promote their active participation in society and improve their quality of life.