Why do individuals experience a decline in well-being and life satisfaction after retirement?

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Retirement often leads to a loss of a significant social role (being a worker), which can result in a decline in well-being and life satisfaction. This loss may cause individuals to feel a sense of purposelessness, lack of self-esteem, and isolation. However, over time, retirees can find other fulfilling social roles to replace the role of worker, such as volunteering, caregiving, or pursuing hobbies. The remaining options (A, B, D) may also contribute to a decline in well-being but are not as consistently cited in research as the loss of a social role.

Why Do Individuals Experience a Decline in Well-Being and Life