The association between physical exercise and health care seeking behavior in older adults: the mediating role of self-perceived health
The findings highlight the importance of physical activity in reducing health care seeking behavior and health management in older adults. By improving both physical and mental health, physical exercise can effectively reduce the medical seeking behavior of older adults. This study provides valuable insights for developing targeted health interventions and policies aimed at improving the health of older adults.
Authors
- Jian Li (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4549-0694)
- Hongjuan Li
- Xing Zhao
Institutions
- Shanghai University of Sport (CN)
- Shaoxing University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Public Health
- Published
- 2025-05-09
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1566321
- Primary Topic
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00