There are two faces of aging. One face, which reflects the common perception of aging,
associates it with an increase in morbidity and mortality and a progressive decline
in independence and autonomy. The other face, much less acknowledged despite growing
evidence, associates aging with improved mental health including life satisfaction,
happiness, and wisdom. It is important to consider both aspects to develop plans for
promoting wellness and healthy aging among people with mental disorders including
substance use disorders. This article summarizes the current information base, identifies
gaps in knowledge, and presents recommendations for a research agenda in this arena.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: April 26, 2018
Accepted:
March 19,
2018
Received:
March 19,
2018
Footnotes
Jeste and Peschin are Co-First Authors.
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© 2018 Published by Elsevier Inc. on behalf of American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry.
