Psychological Age

Psychological Age

Psychological age refers to how old a person feels, acts, and behaves, regardless of their actual chronological age. It is determined by emotional maturity, mental capacity, cognitive skills, and ability to cope with stress. For example, a 50-year-old who is active, adaptable, and open to learning may have a younger psychological age than their biological age. Conversely, someone with a pessimistic or rigid mindset may feel older than they are. Understanding psychological age is important in therapy and social work, as it affects motivation, learning, and emotional well-being.