Abstract

This study aimed to translate and validate the Aging Perceptions Questionnaire (APQ) developed by Barker et al. (2007), which measures perceptions of an individual's aging experience across multiple dimensions. An exploratory factor analysis with 350 older adults aged 60 and above identified 25 items and seven factors (timeline chronic, timeline cyclical, consequences positive, consequences negative, control positive, control negative, and emotional representations) consistent with the original scale. A confirmatory factor analysis with 410 older adults further validated this 7-factor, 25-item model. In addition, significant correlations were found between the K-APQ and other relevant measures, including attitude toward aging (ATOA), quality of life, and depression. Lastly, based on the results of this study, limitations and suggestions for further research are discussed.