A nonlinear perspective on time (where the future exists in and affects the present) has been
described by several theorists but there is little research on the extent, quality or origins of …

Futures research is commonly reported on the macro scale, and involves analysis of a
global or national situation with a long‐range view of trends and alternative futures. This …

The aim of the study was to highlight the oldest old people's view of their future from a
perspective of philosophy of life. Data was collected by means of life story interviews with 15 …

The overall aim of the thesis was to understand elderly people's lived experiences of ageing
and their life situation in very old age. The participating persons have been involved in and …

Regardless of age, making healthy lifestyle choices is prudent. Despite that, individuals of all
ages sometimes have difficulty choosing the healthy option. We argue that individuals' view …

Sociological work has often characterized the contemporary future horizon as a space
crowded with risks and contingencies. This view has prompted a number of claims that …

Thinking about and acting upon the future is a key characteristic of the human mind. People
typically think about what is likely to happen in the future, they have future preferences and …

The model of aging that people construct influences interpretations of and responses to
actual situations when they occur, as well as preparatory actions that people take. Thus the …

We examined time perspective and self‐esteem in adolescents, young adults, middle‐aged
adults, and older adults. Time perspective was measured with scales that assess relative …

Humankind has begun to reap one of the most valued harvests of its scientific and
technological pursuits: a significant increase in human longevity. We now live longer than …