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The aim is to validate the Self-Directed Ageism Pathway model and explore its link to mental health.

April 17, 2026Aging & Mental Health0 citations

Physical appearance concerns and mental health in later life: testing the self-directed Ageism Pathway model

NCNuria Carcavilla-GonzálezUniversidad Publica de Navarra RRRita RedondoUniversitat de València ASAlicia Sales

Key Points

The aim is to validate the Self-Directed Ageism Pathway model and explore its link to mental health.
Conducted empirical validation of the SDA-PM.
Integrated embodiment-based and cognitive theories of internalised ageism.
Analyzed connections between appearance concerns and mental health.
Identified self-directed ageism as a key link to poorer mental health.
Demonstrated how age-related appearance concerns influence mental well-being.
Highlighted the necessity of targeted interventions in various settings.

Abstract

This study provides empirically validates the SDA-PM and promotes the integration between embodiment-based and cognitive theories of internalised ageism. By identifying self-directed ageism as the main link between ageing-related appearance concerns and poorer mental health, the findings highlight the importance of interventions that address internalised beliefs across clinical, educational and community settings.

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