scholarly journals Mental Resources of Late Ontogenesis

Vestnik RFFI ◽  
2019 ◽  
pp. 59-68
Author(s):  
Elena A. Sergienko ◽  
Nadezhda S. Pavlova
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Social Assistance ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Subjective Age ◽  
Affective Components ◽  
Mental Resources

The results of three studies of the mental resources of the elderly and old age are presented. The total sample size was 464 people aged 55 to 90 years. A study was made of mental resources (subjective age, cognitive and affective components of Theory of Mind), as well as the socio-demographic characteristics of the respondents. In all studies, the subjective age and the quality of life and health were studied as indicators of successful aging. The importance of mental resources (understanding of emotions, deception), subjective cognitive illusion of age (feeling younger than his years) for subjective satisfaction with life and health, coupled with lifestyle (active retirees and dependent on social assistance) is shown. Pensioners who lead an active lifestyle and pensioners that are dependent on social assistance perceive themselves younger than their years, although the subjective age is not interconnected with the quality of life and physical health of active people. Changes occur in the psychological systems of resources during the transition from the elderly to the senile age; at this period the growth of disease and cognitive preservation, along with psychological predictors, become a condition of life satisfaction.

Activities of the elderly and their satisfaction with life

2015 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 87-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Skałacka ◽  
Romuald Derbis
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Subjective Age ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
General Quality

Abstract Successful aging (Rowe & Kahn, 1997) is conditioned by aspiration to be active and by the ability to maintain social relations. Activity improves the emotional lives of seniors and is associated with a reduction of some symptoms of aging. Our study verifies if the number of activities (informal and solitary) is associated with quality of life and whether subjective age may be a mediator of this relationship. The 136 seniors above 60 were tested by our authorial scale of activity and the WHOQOL-BRIEF. The results showed that older persons’ higher quality of life levels are related not only to the number of activities undertaken, but also to the frequency that these activities are engaged in. The mediating role of subjective age in relation to one’s activities and quality of life was also indicated, which, concerning general quality of life, turned out to be a cooperative suppression.

PHYSICAL, SOCIAL ACTIVITIES AND QUALITY OF LIFE OF THE ELDERLY LIVING IN TRUONG AN WARD, HUE CITY IN 2016

2019 ◽  
pp. 55-62
Author(s):  
Vuong Diem Khanh Doan ◽  
Ngoc Minh Chau Ho ◽  
Thi Van Ngo ◽  
Thi Bao Nga Phan ◽  
Thi Hong Phan Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Physical Activities ◽  
Social Activities ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Elderly Living

Background: Vietnam is entering the stage of aging population; as a result, the quality of life (QOL) of the elderly is really a matter of concern. There is a great deal of research on the quality of life of the elderly while Vietnam witnesses a lack of research on this topic, especially on how physical and social activities have impact on QOL of the elderly. Objectives: (1) To describe the situation of participation in physical, social activities and QOL of the elderly residing in Truong An Ward, Hue city. (2) To examine the association between physical, social activities and QOL among participants. Methodology: This study used cross-sectional study design. A total sample of 420 people aged 60 and above in Truong An Ward, Hue city were interviewd. The SF36 was used to measure the QOL of participants. Results: Percentage of the elderly taking part in physical activity were 66%. 49% reported having the habit of taking part in social activities. The majority of the elderly get their QOL level in three health fields, namely physical, mental and general health at above average. (56.0, 60.7 and 60.8 respectively). There were significant associations between physical activities, social activities and QOL among participants. Conclusion: The percentage of the elderly taking part in physical and social activities were still low. Besides, QOL of the elderly at the research location was not really high. It’s important to encourage the elderly taking part in physical and social activities to improve their quality of life. Key words: Physical activities, social activities, QOL, the elderly

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN KEHILANGAN GIGI DENGAN STATUS GIZI DAN KUALITAS HIDUP PADA PERKUMPULAN LANSIA DI DESA PENATAHAN KECAMATAN PENEBEL TABANAN

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 145
Author(s):  
A.A Gde Wirasantika Adhiatman, Sari Kusumadewi, Putu Adiartha Griadhi
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Kolmogorov Smirnov ◽  
Relationship Of

Background: Health practitioners around the world are now dealing withincreasing health problems, including oral disease. One of them is tooth loss.Losing teeth can cause problems or disturbances in the main functions of teeth(mastication, aesthetics and phonetics). These conditions can be overcome byusing denture. If the loss of untreated teeth doesn�t restored using denture, it will cause the function of the missing tooth can not be restored, which will result in disruption of nutritional status and quality of life of the elderly. This study aimed to determine the relationship of tooth loss with nutritional status in elderly society in the Penatahan village Penebel Tabanan.Methods: The research was an observational analytic study with cross sectionalresearch design. Total sampling used with total sample 109 people. The datawere collected by filling the dental chart, measuring IMT and interview using theOHIP-14 questionnaire.Results: The results showed 65.1% respondents had loss <6 teeth, 42.2%respondents had obesity, 75.2% respondents observed poor quality of life. Dataanalyzed using kolmogorov smirnov obtained p = 0,952 for relationship betweentooth loss with nuturional status and p = 0.676 for relationship between useof denture with nutritional status. Chi square used to test relationship betweentooth loss with quality of life (p= 0,735) and use of denture with quality of lifeshowed p = 0,139.Conclusions: The conclusion is there is no relationship between tooth lossand use of denture with nutritional status and quality of life in elderly society inPenatahan Village Penebel Tabanan

scholarly journals Quality of Life in The Elderly Viewed from Hope, Friend Support, and Family Support

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 1670-1675
Author(s):  
I Ketut Andika Priastana ◽  
Dwi Prima Hanis Kusumaningtiyas
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Family Support ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
P Value ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Independent Variable ◽  
Logistic Regression Test

The population in this study is the elderly who live in Banjar Tengah, Negara District, Jembrana Regency, Bali. The sample used in this study was selected using purposive sampling method, with a total sample of 62 people who met the criteria. The results showed that there was a significant effect simultaneously of hope, support from friends, and family support on the quality of life of the elderly because the p value Chi-Square was 0,000 where <α 0.05 or the value of Chi-Square Count 70.870> Chi-Square table. 7,815. The logistic regression test results show that the Nagelkerke R Square value is 0.908 and Cox & Snell R Square is 0.681, which indicates that the ability of the independent variable to explain the dependent variable is 0.908 or 90.8% and there are 100% - 90.8% = 9,2% other factors outside the model that explain the dependent variable

scholarly journals Effect of Social Assistance Programmes on Improving Quality of Life in Kenya: Evidence from Machakos County

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (20) ◽  
pp. 124
Author(s):  
Joshua Mutambu Ngelu
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Assistance ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Probit Model ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cash Transfers ◽  
Cash Transfer ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Orphans And Vulnerable Children

This study investigates the effect of social assistance programmes on improving quality of life in Kenya - evidence from Machakos County. Probit model was applied to model the empirical analysis. The paper concludes that moderate households’ awareness of available types of cash transfer. On the households’ quality of life with reference to social assistance programmes, the study posits that households in receipt of bursary support, cash transfers for orphans and vulnerable children, and cash transfers to the elderly will report an improved life quality compared to their counterparts who have not received such transfers. Similar conclusion is arrived at for remittances receipts from relatives residing outside the County. The paper recommends application and scaling up of social assistance programmes to reduce poverty at county and national levels so that in turn can improve quality of life of households. This will go a long way in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

scholarly journals Universities for Seniority: A New Perspective of Aging

2020 ◽  
pp. 50-54
Author(s):  
Daniela Ponciano ◽  
Fernanda Bogarim Borin Chiacchio ◽  
Gisele Alves Rodrigues ◽  
Daniely de Sousa Prado ◽  
Deusimar Noleto Soares ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Free Access ◽  
Self Knowledge ◽  
New Perspective ◽  
Bibliographic Study

Universities for the elderly are places focused on learning, well-being, and quality of life of the elderly which ensures healthier aging. Objective: To describe the contributions of universities of  the elderly to the healthy aging of their participants. Methodology: The work is characterized as bibliographic research. Regarding inclusion criteria, the bibliographic study included national journals on the theme, of the free access databases SCIELO and LILACS from 2008 to 2018. Results: Social experiences in universities promote the elderly a pleasurable old age, with socialization, the maintenance of friendships, self-knowledge, self-esteem, learning, the satisfaction of living. All this helps in coping with crises and losses of this phase and enables successful aging. Final considerations: given what was raised, it is concluded that the participation of the elderly in a university for the elderly contributes positively to a better quality of life in the aging process. This is because these sites offer the elderly the opportunity to live in a pleasurable and healthier way, as well as favors in maintaining biopsychosocial well-being.

scholarly journals Problem issues of medical-social rehabilitation of elderly and senior persons at the modern stage

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 42-44
Author(s):  
S N Puzin ◽  
S S Memetov ◽  
N P Sharkunov ◽  
V V Kim ◽  
Yu V Litvinova
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Problems ◽  
Social Assistance ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Disabled People ◽  
Examination Procedure ◽  
Social Rehabilitation ◽  
Disability Group

The article analyzes the needs of the elderly and senile in medical and social assistance and rehabilitation. Some problems in solving medical and social problems of the studied category of persons are reflected. Measures are proposed to eliminate the causes that reduce the quality of life of the studied contingent. Attention is drawn to the need to simplify the examination procedure at the ITU bureau for elderly and senile people, both with a view to establishing a disability group, and for compiling an IPRA, including providing disabled people with technical rehabilitation equipment.

Loneliness, Sociodemographic and Mental Health Variables in Spanish Adults over 65 Years Old

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Berta Ausín ◽  
Manuel Muñoz ◽  
Miguel A. Castellanos
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Older People ◽  
Social Relationships ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Diagnostic Interview ◽  
Life Measure ◽  
Associated Variables

AbstractLoneliness is a risk factor for morbidity as well as mortality. Older people are more vulnerable to feeling alone due to age-associated changes and losses they might experience. This study aimed to analyze sociodemographic, psychosocial, and mental health variables related to loneliness in the elderly. A random sample of 419 people over 65 years old from the Community of Madrid was used. The UCLA Loneliness Scale, the CIDI65+ Diagnostic Interview, and the WHOQOL-BREF Quality of Life Measure were administered. A regression p model was estimated to identify the variables that best predict loneliness associated with old age. Loneliness-associated variables included living alone t(161.41) = 2.07; p < .040, marital status F(5, 404) = 4.52; p < .001, frequency of economic problems F(1, 408 ) = 4.86; p < .028, quality of life F(4, 405) = 7.36; p < .001, satisfaction with life F(4, 405) = 3.80; p < .005, satisfaction with social relationships F(4, 405) = 19.50; p < .001, presence of a mental disorder (t(98.70) = 2.92; p < .004), and having an anxiety disorder (t(51.11) = 2.19; p < .033). The results presented in this paper highlight some predictors of loneliness in older people that could be useful in intervention, to minimize harmful conditions that can lead to loneliness in people over 65.

scholarly journals Variables associated with the life satisfaction of elderly caregivers of chronically ill and dependent elderly relatives

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 502-515 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebeca de Barros Caldeira ◽  
Anita Liberalesso Neri ◽  
Samila Sathler Tavares Batistoni ◽  
Meire Cachioni
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Elderly Person ◽  
Chronically Ill ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Perceived Burden ◽  
Quality Of Life Scale ◽  
Elderly Caregivers

Abstract Objective: to compare the life satisfaction of family caregivers, taking into account their gender, age, time since starting care, health, religion, perceived burden and quality of life, and the level of physical and cognitive dependence of the elderly person receiving care, and to investigate the associations between these variables and low life satisfaction. Methods: a total of 148 caregivers in Indaiatuba and Campinas, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, selected using the convenience method, were interviewed at home, in private medical clinics and outpatient units, using questionnaires about the sociodemographic characteristics, health conditions, time since starting care, scales of life satisfaction, religiosity, perceived burden and quality of life of the caregiver, and the physical and mental health of the elderly person receiving care. Descriptive, Multivariate and Univariate Logistic Regression analysis were used. Results: caregivers who exhibited low life satisfaction included more frail individuals, with three or more chronic diseases and depression, greater perceived burden and lower self-fulfillment and pleasure, and control and autonomy, scores, which are factors of the Perceived Quality of Life Scale. Elderly caregivers who scored low in self-fulfillment factor and pleasure (OR=101.29; CI=28.68 - 357.73) and who scored high in perceived burden (OR=5.89, CI=2.13 to 16.24) had a greater chance of having low life satisfaction scores. Conclusions: The assessment of caregivers of their satisfaction with life is more influenced by subjective than objective variables, and low satisfaction seems to be strongly associated with poor quality of life, high burden, and caregiver frailty.

scholarly journals Loneliness in the context of quality of life of nursing home residents

Open Medicine ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 354-361 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dorota Trybusińska ◽  
Agnieszka Saracen
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Nursing Home ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Nuclear Family ◽  
Institutional Care ◽  
Nursing Home Residents ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Satisfaction With Life Scale ◽  
Steady Increase

AbstractBackgroundNumbers of the elderly have been on a steady increase both in Poland and other countries of the world. As they age, their health declines and they need help with their housekeeping. This, coupled with the transformation of intergenerational into single-generation or nuclear family structures, causes a markedly rising demand for institutional care. Holistic care of an elderly nursing home resident requires a comprehensive approach and consideration for their feelings. Loneliness and solitude are increasingly common among these feelings, undoubtedly affecting quality of life.Method250 elderly residents of seven nursing home situated in Mazovia, Poland, have been examined using: De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale, WHOQOL-BREF Questionnaire, Basic Hope Scale (BHI-12), Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), Acceptance of Illness Scale (AIS).ResultsLoneliness affects nearly 40% residents of the homes surveyed. Quality of their residents’ lives is reduced. Relations with their families and levels of motor efficiency imply a sense of loneliness. Degrees of illness acceptance, ability to adjust to change, and life satisfaction influence the level of loneliness felt.Conclusion40% of nursing home residents exhibit a sense of loneliness, while the greater loneliness and solitude, the lower the quality of life.

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