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ORIGINAL RESEARCH article
Front. Public Health
Sec. Aging and Public Health
Volume 13 - 2025 | doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2025.1522078
A Multivariate Analysis of the Impact of Knowledge and Relationships on Perceptions about Aging among Generation Z -A Starting Point for Public Health Strategies
Provisionally accepted- University of Craiova, Craiova, Romania
The main objective of the study is to better understand how knowledge about the natural process of aging and its implications, as well as the relationships with old people, shapes the perceptions of generation Z towards the meaning of old age. The research methodology we used is partial least squares structural equation modeling in which we developed a model with five variables: thoughts about aging, feelings about aging, healthy habits, knowledge about aging and relationship with old people. The results revealed the direct and positive impact of both knowledge and relationships on the thoughts and beliefs of generation Z. The findings are useful for managers in the public sector responsible for shaping more efficient health strategies meant to normalise aging and prepare young individuals for healthy aging.
Keywords: perceptions, Aging, Generation Z, Public Health, thoughts, feelings, Healthy habits, relationships
Received: 26 Nov 2024; Accepted: 25 Feb 2025.
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* Correspondence:
Silvia Puiu, University of Craiova, Craiova, Romania
Mihaela Tinca Udristioiu, University of Craiova, Craiova, Romania
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