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Esta Revista, filiada à Faculdade de Ciências Humanas e da Saúde (FACHS/PUC-SP), no seu volume 21(2), traz, de início, um título que pretende jogar luz sobre certas reflexões enunciadas por Anne-Marie Guillemard (2018), a respeito da sociedade que vivemos, a “Sociedade da Longevidade”, quando se tem, segundo a emérita teórica, justamente a oportunidade da qual é urgente aprender a tirar partido em benefício de todos.  A preocupação dos estudiosos da área da Longevidade reside na necessidade de se garantir que aqueles que passaram a ganhar mais anos de vida possam ter melhor condição de vida, com bem-estar e/ou novas realizações. Daí a indicação aqui de tais leituras de Guillemard, que aqui, infelizmente, não teriam espaço para discussão.    Este editorial apresenta a seguir artigos que mostram por onde caminha a pesquisa sobre a Longevidade, em favor de os velhos passarem a ter dias melhores em seu dia a dia. Alguns quadros, antes, mostram como se deu a constituição deste volume e as tendências observadas nas pesquisas em torno da Longevidade.

This article aims to present the results of a research about the importance of intergenerational practices with longevity people. Young people in socially vulnerable situations, who go to an institution, the Quixote Project, are oriented to take on the role of socio-cultural agents when they share activities with the elderly in the Pasárgada Day-Care Center. Aiming at the rapprochement of members of both generations, an educational action research was developed, and the qualitative method was applied in light of the gerontological foundation, complemented by the participant observation, registered in the Research Journal. The methodology foresaw a series of workshops, which were evaluated throughout the course, undergoing the necessary changes. The results, in the eyes of the participants, pointed out the intergenerational opportunities as very successful, as well as promising because they are founded on fraternity, being able to bring young and old together and change their daily life.

Este volume 21(4) da Kairós-Gerontologia, faz, neste parágrafo introdutório, tributo à Faculdade de Ciências Humanas e da Saúde (FACHS/PUC-SP) que a acolhe, permitindo que os trabalhos em favor da Longevidade, vindos dos mais distantes lugares do Brasil e do exterior, possam chegar, imediata e graciosamente – para leitura e referência a todos os que a acessam. Por que prestar tributo a uma unidade institucional da PUC-SP? Porque acolher, por parte das professoras que constituem sua Direção, uma revista científica faz muito sentido a seus cursos, à PUC-SP, pois, traz muitos novos saberes necessários aos leitores, e isso precisa ser valorizado e também recebido o agradecimento de todos os que se beneficiam com seus conteúdos.Este editorial apresenta artigos que mostram por onde caminha a pesquisa, explicitada neste volume 21(4), sobre a Longevidade, sobre o Envelhecimento, a Velhice, e não apenas na área específica da Gerontologia, mas especialmente na interface de várias áreas do conhecimento, o que, aqui, se verifica a partir dos trabalhos publicados. slghumas  TENDÊNCIAS apresentadas neste editoral. 

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The Aging and Appearance theme has not been discussed in the Brazilian Gerontology in its complexity. The article presents the activities, results, and challenges present in the 10 years of the research, teaching and extension group Aging, Appearance and Meaning of the School of Arts, Sciences, and Humanities from University of São Paulo, Brazil. The group's contributions were: 1) the proposition of a theme of scientific investigation, from the observation of a specific social demand; 2) the proposition of a concept for the appearance variable; 3) university extension workshop in conjunction with an elective discipline involving undergraduate and graduate students; 4) three artistic exhibitions; 5) various lectures; 6) a set of exploratory research, mostly qualitative, developed by undergraduate and graduate students, some with funding; 7) a research seminar; 8) registration in CNPq Research Groups Directory, Brazil; 9) institutional website and Facebook page; and, finally, 10) national scientific publications, including the organization of a special issue on the subject for the Kairós Gerontologia Journal.

This study aimed to identify and characterize ethnographically the homosexual apps in terms of the appearances constructed by its users and the opportunities for social engagement available to seniors. An ethnographic method was used. The apps, investigated in 2014, were: Grindr, Scruff, Bender, Growlr, and Recon. It was concluded that appearance is a determinant of social isolation or engagement, also a marker of heterogeneity, and organizer of social relations plurality among the group investigated

Autonomy in the construction of the appearance and its meanings have been presented in the edification of identities and social conditions throughout life course, promoting well-being. This psychosocial dynamic has not always happened in a simple and democratic way. Qualitative case study on the path of appearance construction of a heterosexual transgender Brazilian woman. Use of an ethnographic method. It was found that appearance is a complex variable, bringing together a constellation of several variables beyond gender or sex itself.

The worship of body and youthful appearance still very appreciated in Brazilian culture. This study aimed to identify the meanings of appearance and socioeconomic profile of retired seniors from the SINDNAPI, Brazil, a retirees’ association. It was oriented by the ethnographic method and a mixed form was applied to 200 participants. Most were men, with low income and education, without participation in social activities. It was found relevance and positive meanings regarding their appearance, regardless of the variables analyzed.

Clothing can be understood as a way to communicate and constitute a gender identity throughout the aging. This research aimed to characterize the relationship between women and clothing in old age. It was used an ethnographic method in the familiarization with the field and, subsequently, a mixed questionnaire. The participants were elderly women attending the theater workshop of the University for Seniors, from the School of Arts, Sciences, and Humanities from the University of São Paulo, Brazil. Clothing was seen as important for the composition of personal appearance in female old age. It was observed changes in the choices of clothing due to aging, especially the body aging. New strategies for dressing in old age were based on the tension between the denial of old age and the age adequacy. Data indicated a strong desire for consumption, especially for garments that meet ergonomic and aesthetic demands that bring comfort. It is emphasized the relevance of appearance, especially clothing, in the understanding of sociocultural aspects of female old age.

The appearance in old age is still little investigated and approached in the Brazilian gerontological literature, especially regarding the male universe. This study aimed to characterize the construction and meanings of appearance for elderly men. Ethnographic orientation, using observation techniques, photographic record, and indepth interview. Participation of nine men from the University for Seniors (UATI), from the School of Arts, Sciences, and Humanities - University of São Paulo, Brazil. Three categories were identified and linked to the scope of social engagement: 1) masculinity, body, and work; 2) conjugality; and 3) denial of old age and age inadequacy. The main influencers were their wives, the occasions, and the opportunities for social involvement. The construction of appearance and its meanings played a relevant role in understanding the process of aging and the old age of the participants.

The article presents the pedagogical and gerontological experience of a university extension pilot workshop, created and developed by the EAPS/USP group, Brazil. The main objective was to explore the construction of appearance and its meanings along the aging process of the nine elderly participants, under the individualized monitoring of undergraduate and postgraduate students and invited professionals. The experience showed the potential of the appearance variable in gerontological management, being capable of sensitizing and promoting reflections about the diversity of aging and the debate of myths and stereotypes of old age.

This study presents a characterization of the construction of appearance and its meanings for male older adults that participated in the Mister IPGG contest, Brazil. It is an exploratory and ethnographic case study. The investments in the personal appearance were made throughout life, being intensified by the participation in the contest. The meanings related to their appearances were elegance, tradition, and dignity. The promotion of appearance care and its meanings among male old aged demonstrated itself as an opportunity to create roles, and room for social engagement which were seen as positive attributes by the winners.

This study discusses the relevance of participating in the Mister IPGG contest (Brazil) through the perception of five winners of the 2017 edition. This is an ethnographic and exploratory case study. The relevance of participating was centered on the exercise of generativity, which was fostered by the senses of life purpose and age and gender belonging. The central aim was to leave a legacy, but also to make it possible to involve other older adults equally and satisfactorily. It was concluded that institutional investments in the construction of male appearance and their meanings may help in social engagement and well-being promotion among male older adults.

This study comes from the fields of Gerontology, Fashion, and Anthropology. It presents and discusses some socio-cultural aspects of the construction of appearance in the context of the female aging. In this scenario, it was found that women have been pressured by the notion of eternal youth, especially through the media. These are their main educational agents, which have spread myths on aging aiming consumption. Finally, it is considered that appearance is a relevant variable to promote the heterogeneity.

The article presents an ethnographic characterization and comparison on the relationship between social engagement, appearance, and meanings among Brazilian and Spanish elderly women with low income and level of education. It was found more similarities than differences among the groups. In general, appearance and its meanings were organized and related according to the occasion, environment, and agents involved. It was concluded that there is an interdependence between social engagement, appearance, and meanings.

The article presents a characterization and comparison of meanings present in the appearance and aging of elderly women from Brazil and Spain. The construction of appearance proved to be a dynamic process performed throughout life. The ways of composing and meaning personal presentation were related to the involvement with several social agents and institutions. The main meanings constructed and transmitted were decency, naturalness, and femininity.

The article presents a characterization and comparison of consumption actions for personal appearance among elderly women from Brazil and Spain. Even in a scenario of low financial resources, both groups enjoyed different forms of consumption with autonomy. Their acquisitions were aimed at the desire to feel beautiful, attractive and interesting. The main meanings involved were affection, consideration, respect, and sacrifice. There was dissatisfaction with the offer of products to this segment.

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The present study had as objective to know risk factors that influence the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases in the elderly. Among the risk factors observed in the sample were overweight, obesity and abdominal circumference at risk. It is possible to conclude that there are aspects of lifestyle that must be modified to provide less cardiovascular risk. The target population should be made aware through the intensification of health education actions focused on the theme.

The objective of this study was to compare the nutritional status with the components of quality of life in health for the elderly living in the community of a city in the interior of São Paulo. Quantitative cross-sectional study with 234 elderly people treated at Primary Health Care. In general, the elderly with the worst nutritional status are the lowest scores in the assessment tool for health quality of life, in all components, when compared to elderly with adequate nutritional status.