Table 1 Definitions of successful aging

Biomedical

Absence of multi-morbidity

[6]

Psycho-Cognitive

Absence of depression, absence of anxiety, no cognitive impairment, regular functioning, quality of life, resilience

[3, 12, 14, 38]

Lay View Approach

Presence of well-being, good self perceived health

[8, 12]

Combined Approach

Optimal functioning

[6, 12]