Self-perceptions of ageing

AgeView: Self-Perceptions of Ageing.

7 mini tests

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Part1. Timeline Acute/Chronic – the extent to which awareness of one’s ageing is constant

 

I am conscious of getting older all of the time.

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I am always aware my age.

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I always classify myself as old.

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I am always aware of the fact that I am getting older.

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I feel my age in everything that I do.

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Part 2. Consequences positive – awareness of the benefits of ageing

 

As I get older I get wiser.

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As I get older I continue to grow as a person.

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As I get older I appreciate things more.

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Part 3. Emotional representations – one’s emotional responses to ageing

 

I get depressed when I think about how ageing might affect the things that I can do.

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I get depressed when I think about the effect that getting older might have on my social life.

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I get depressed when I think about getting older.

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I worry about the effects that getting older may have on my relationships with others.

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I feel angry when I think about getting older.

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Part 4. Control positive – perceived control over the benefits of ageing

 

The quality of my social life in later years depends on me.

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The quality of my relationships with others in later life depends on me.

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Whether I continue living life to the full depends on me.

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As I get older there is much I can do to maintain my independence.

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Whether getting older has positive sides to it depends on me.

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Part 5. Consequences negative – awareness of the downsides of ageing

 

Getting older restricts the things that I can do.

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Getting older makes me less independent.

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Getting older makes everything a lot harder for me.

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As I get older I can take part in fewer activities.

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As I get older I do not cope as well with problems that arise.

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Part 6. Control negative – perceived control over negative experiences of ageing

 

Slowing down with age is not something I can control.

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How mobile I am in later life is not up to me.

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I have no control over whether I lose vitality or zest for life as I age.

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I have no control over the effects of getting older on my social life.

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Part 7. Timeline cyclical – the extent to which one experiences variation in their awareness of ageing

 

I go through cycles in which my experience of ageing gets better and worse.

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My awareness of getting older comes and goes in cycles.

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I go through phases of feeling old.

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My awareness of getting older changes a great deal from day to day.

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I go through phases of viewing myself as being old.

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The AgeView: Self-Perceptions of Ageing is a comprehensive psychological tool designed to explore how adults perceive their own ageing process. Consisting of seven mini-tests, this assessment delves into multiple facets of self-image and attitudes toward aging. It measures emotional, cognitive, and social perspectives, providing valuable insights into how individuals view themselves as they grow older.

The test includes components that assess perceived physical changes, social roles, and expectations regarding future ageing, as well as participants’ overall satisfaction with their current stage in life. By examining factors such as vitality, self-esteem, and attitudes toward age-related challenges, the AgeView reveals how these perceptions impact well-being, decision-making, and life satisfaction. These dimensions are essential for understanding how self-concept shifts with age and the psychological adjustments that come with it.

As a self-reflective tool, AgeView also encourages individuals to challenge stereotypes, confront ageism, and foster healthier attitudes toward the ageing process. Ultimately, it is designed to help adults understand and reshape their perceptions of aging, promoting a positive mindset and better quality of life.