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Sci Rep March 2023 PMID 36859479

The effect of positive thinking on resilience and life satisfaction of older adults: a randomized controlled trial.

Zahra Taherkhani, Mohammad Hossein Kaveh, Arash Mani, Leila Ghahremani, Khadijeh Khademi

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Discussions largely focus on the concern that the publication cites a retracted paper, with phrases like 'cites a retracted paper' and 'post-retraction', indicating skepticism about the credibility of the findings. The tone is cautious and somewhat dismissive, reflecting doubts about the influence of the research due to its questionable source.

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Abstract in brief

  • The study explored how positive thinking training can improve resilience and life satisfaction among older adults, showing that a strength-focused approach is more effective than traditional problem-focused methods.
  • A randomized controlled trial with 100 participants found that those who received weekly positive thinking sessions showed significant improvements in their mindset, resilience, and overall life satisfaction compared to before the training.
  • The results suggest that positive thinking interventions are beneficial for older adults' well-being, but future research should examine the long-term effects across diverse social, economic, and cultural backgrounds.]
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We've detected a paper from Scientific Reports that cites a retracted paper post-retraction. Citing paper: https://t.co/fwSo2NBavh Retracted paper: https://t.co/Xg4UKgSljB

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The effect of positive thinking on resilience and life satisfaction of older adults: a randomized controlled trial https://t.co/buHqqFNXFr https://t.co/7bEtDeP9av

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