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The Effect of Leisure Satisfaction and Well-Aging on Happiness in Senior College Participants

This study aimed to analyze the effects of leisure satisfaction and well-aging on happiness among older adults in an aging society and to examine the mediating effect of well-aging in the relationship between leisure satisfaction and happiness. A survey was conducted with 189 participants from senior colleges located in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province. Data were analyzed using SPSS and PROCESS macro. The results revealed that leisure satisfaction had a significant impact on both well-aging and happiness, with well-aging serving as a mediator between leisure satisfaction and happiness. Among the sub-factors of well-aging, personal well-aging emerged as a significant factor influencing happiness, whereas social well-aging did not show a significant effect. These findings underscore the importance of continuous support for leisure activity participation and the development of tailored programs aimed at enhancing personal well-aging to achieve successful aging and improved quality of life for older adults. This study provides essential insights for developing policies and practical interventions to enhance the quality of life among older adults in