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Episodic foresight and ageing (2014-2016)

Abstract

Episodic foresight refers to the capacity to imagine future events, and consequently often involves the prediction of future needs based on hypothesised possible outcomes. It is therefore unsurprising that episodic foresight has been consistently linked to independent living and many functional behaviours. The aim of the proposed research is to test the hypothesis that psychological changes brought about by ageing decrease the likelihood of acting prudently with the future in mind. By advancing conceptual understanding of how, and under what circumstances, episodic foresight is affected in late adulthood, the proposed research has important implications for finding ways to help older adults maintain a productive and independent life.

Experts

Professor Julie Henry

Affiliate Professor of Mater Research Institute-UQ
Mater Research Institute-UQ
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Professor
School of Psychology
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Julie Henry
Julie Henry

Professor Thomas Suddendorf

Affiliate of Centre for Behavioural and Economic Science
Centre for Unified Behavioural and Economic Science
Faculty of Business, Economics and Law
Affiliate of Early Cognitive Development Centre
Early Cognitive Development Centre
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Affiliate of Centre for Psychology and Evolution
Centre for Psychology and Evolution
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Professor
School of Psychology
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Thomas Suddendorf
Thomas Suddendorf