How Physical Activity Shapes Psychological Well-Being among Older Adults: A Dual-Pathway Mediation Model of Social Contact and Emotional Support

This study explores the impact of physical activity on psychological well-being in older adults, emphasizing the different roles of social relationships. Utilizing data from the 2020 Korean National Survey of Older Persons, we applied structural equation modeling to analyze both direct and indirect pathways connecting physical activity to well-being through social contact and emotional support. The results reveal a significant positive direct effect of physical activity on psychological well-bei