Better Later Than Never: Meaning in Late Life

The quest for meaning in life takes on new challenges and directions during late life. This mini-review draws on prior theory to analyze meaningfulness into six discrete dimensions (purpose, value, efficacy, self-worth, mattering, and comprehension) and covers research into how these apply and operate specifically during late life. Limited remaining time, concern with one's legacy, concerns with self-continuity and integration, variable challenges to self-worth, and prioritization of positivity emerge as key themes.

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The quest for meaning in life takes new challenges and directions during late life, with key themes such as limited remaining time, concern with legacy, self-continuity and integration, challenges to self-worth, and prioritization of positivity emerging as important factors.