Predictors of Wisdom among Indian Older Adults

By : Roshan Lal Dewangan, Smriti Pathak, Moumee Jesmin

Page No: 229-243

Abstract
While wisdom remains an uncommon trait, it has been sought after by humanity since ancient times. Numerous studies have identified various factors associated with wisdom; however, the collective performance of these correlates and their predictive capabilities remain inadequately explored. This study delved into the predictive potency of frequently recognized correlates of wisdom, encompassing intelligence, personality traits, emotional intelligence, and negative life experiences. The assessment tools employed for measuring wisdom included the self-reported 3D-Wisdom Scale and Wisdom Related Performance (WRP). The study involved the participation of a cohort of 70 older adults aged between 60 and 80 years. Collectively, the assortment of considered factors accounted for a substantial 66% of the variance in WRP. A more in-depth hierarchical analysis revealed that intelligence made the most significant unique and shared contribution, followed by negative life experiences, to the prediction of WRP. Interestingly, when it comes to 3D Wisdom, openness emerged as the sole robust correlate.

Authors :
Roshan Lal Dewangan : Department of Applied Psychology, Kazi Nazrul University, Asansol, West Bengal, India.
Smriti Pathak : Jindal School of Psychology & Counselling, O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana, India.
Moumee Jesmin : EHSAAS- Feel the Desire of Nature and Society (NGO), Mithani, Paschim Barddhaman, West Bengal, India
 

DOI: https://doi.org/10.32381/JPR.2023.18.02.8