The aims of this study were to clarify how caregivers cope with the negative emotions they experience when facing aging and death, and to examine the relationship between the way they cope and their resilience. We conducted a survey using interviews aided by a questionnaire of 13 full-time caregivers (6 men, 7 women; average age 29.5 years). Using content analysis, we classified coping strategies into 5 categories (contact with the present moment; flexible and diverse perspective; resistance to reacting emotionally; psychological detachment; and broad perspective), and 16 subcategories. Correspondence analysis was able to describe the coping strategy in two axes: the method of self-control (control-focused–harmonic focus type) and the perspective of comprehending things (concrete perspective–transcendental perspective). The analysis suggested that the caregivers with highest resilience were likely to have a transcendental perspective. These findings suggested strategies for how to cope with aging and death, and we consider the future prospects in this field.

  Objective : This study investigated the association between basic psychological needs, interpersonal relationships, participation in social activities, and social activities-related daily life satisfaction among older adults.

  Methods : Self-administered questionnaires were distributed among older adults (aged ≥65 years) who do not require nursing care and support to participate in age-related care prevention group activities. The questionnaires included items regarding the abovementioned factors. Multiple regression analysis was used for data analysis.

  Results : A total of 468 questionnaires were collected, of which, 441 were valid responses. The sample comprised 399 women. Social activities-related daily life satisfaction was significantly associated with the need for relatedness and competence; interaction with friends, neighbors, and family; neighborhood association and volunteer activities; and self-enlightenment.

  Discussion : Relatedness and competence needs are important for social activities-related daily life satisfaction. Notably, activities that foster the development of a safe community life, a sense of contribution, and self-growth are also important.