Developmental trajectory of time perspective: From children to older adults

Time perspective is a fundamental dimension of the psychological time construct, with a pervasive and powerful influence on human behavior. However, the developmental trajectory of time perspective across a human lifespan remains unclear. The current study aimed to portray the developmental trajecto...

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Published in:PsyCh journal (Victoria, Australia) Australia), 2016-12, Vol.5 (4), p.245-255
Main Authors: Chen, Tao, Liu, Lu-lu, Cui, Ji-fang, Chen, Xing-jie, Wang, Ya
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Alcohol use
Cognitive models
cross-sectional design
developmental trajectory
Older people
time perspective
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Summary:Time perspective is a fundamental dimension of the psychological time construct, with a pervasive and powerful influence on human behavior. However, the developmental trajectory of time perspective across a human lifespan remains unclear. The current study aimed to portray the developmental trajectory of all dimensions of time perspectives from children to older adults in a large sample. A total of 1,901 individuals (aged 9–84 years) completed measures of time perspective. They were then divided into five age groups: children, teenagers, young adults, middle‐aged adults, and older adults. Results suggested that each time perspective showed a unique developmental pattern across the lifespan. Moreover, perceived economic situation and education were related to some dimensions of time perspective.
ISSN:2046-0252
2046-0260
DOI:10.1002/pchj.140