scholarly journals Hierarchical Regression of Wellbeing and Self-Rated Health among Older Adults in Abu Dhabi

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (15) ◽  
pp. 8006
Author(s):  
Masood A. Badri ◽  
Guang Yang ◽  
Mugheer Al Khaili ◽  
Muna Al Bahar ◽  
Asma Al Rashdi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Household Income ◽  
Support Networks ◽  
Abu Dhabi ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Housing Satisfaction ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
The Third ◽  
Income Satisfaction

This study investigates the wellbeing factors related to self-rated health for older adults in Abu Dhabi (≥55 years). The purpose is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the determinants of self-rated health, considering various wellbeing factors, controlling for factors such as gender, nationality and long-standing illness if present. This research drew from a sample of 2375 older adults who participated in the Abu Dhabi Quality-of-Life Survey (QoL) conducted in 2018. Hierarchical multiple regression analysis was employed where the first two models corresponded to gender, nationality and having a long-standing illness or not. The third model focused on the wellbeing factors of Abu Dhabi citizens (i.e., social networks and connection, income and housing, sports and activities, mental feelings). The analysis revealed the insignificance of gender and nationality as controlled variables while having a long-standing illness showed significant adverse effects. The most significant variables were social support networks, family and social arrangements and connections. Other variables of significance included housing satisfaction, household income satisfaction, frequency of practicing sports, current mental status and life satisfaction. Policymakers could use the outcomes as insider intelligence for policymakers and social work professionals to create policies, programs and services to enhance the lives of older people in Abu Dhabi.

Four decades of Universities of the Third Age: past, present, future

2012 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
MARVIN FORMOSA
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Liberal Arts ◽  
Liberal Arts Education ◽  
Older Learners ◽  
Third Age ◽  
Group Activities ◽  
The Third ◽  
Learning Instruction ◽  
Ethnic Biases

ABSTRACTThis paper discusses the origins and development of Universities of the Third Age (U3As) whilst also forwarding suggestions for possible roles, opportunities and directions in the future. The U3A has been rightly described as both an idea and movement, as each centre has a local foundation and relatively unique features. Whilst some U3As are attached to traditional universities and colleges, others are sturdily autonomous and wholly dependent on the efforts of volunteers. One also finds a variety of ethos, ranging from the provision of a traditional type of liberal-arts education, to the organisation of interest-group activities conducted through peer learning, to showing solidarity with vulnerable sectors of the older population. Academic commentaries on the U3A movement have been both supportive and critical. Whilst U3As have been lauded for leading older learners to improved levels of physical, cognitive, social and psychological wellbeing, other reports emphasise how many centres incorporate strong gender, social class, ageist and ethnic biases. One hopes that in future years the U3A movement will continue to be relevant to incoming cohorts of older adults by embracing a broader vision of learning, improving the quality of learning, instruction and curricula, as well as a wider participation agenda that caters for older adults experiencing physical and cognitive challenges.

scholarly journals Dietary Patterns and Quality of Life in Older Adults: A Systematic Review

Nutrients ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 971 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thara Govindaraju ◽  
Berhe Sahle ◽  
Tracy McCaffrey ◽  
John McNeil ◽  
Alice Owen
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Dietary Patterns ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Set Inclusion ◽  
Demographic Shifts ◽  
Meta Analyses

Dietary patterns may be related to quality of life (QoL) of older adults, although evidence from literature is conflicting. The demographic shifts toward ageing populations in many countries increases the importance of understanding the relationship between diet and QoL in older adults. This review was designed to investigate associations between dietary patterns and QoL in older adults. The systematic review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Eight electronic databases were searched to identify articles published in English from January 1975 to March 2018 that investigated associations between dietary patterns and QoL in older adults. Relevant studies were identified based on set inclusion and exclusion criteria, data were extracted and analysed to examine the relationships and possible implications for public health recommendations. The systematic review included 15 articles (One randomized control trial, six prospective cohorts and eight cross sectional). The studies looked at correlations between different dietary patterns and/or adherence to particular dietary patterns and self-reported QoL or self-rated health status. Excluding two studies which showed no significant association, healthy dietary patterns were associated with better self-rated health and QoL in one or more domains, and adherence to healthy dietary patterns like the Mediterranean diet were significantly associated with improvement in at least one of the QoL domains.

Age Differences in Coping: Does Less Mean Worse?

1989 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 127-140 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suzanne Meeks ◽  
Laura L. Carstensen ◽  
Brenda-Fay Tamsky ◽  
Thomas L. Wright ◽  
David Pellegrini
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Older People ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Age Differences ◽  
Adaptive Strategies ◽  
The Other ◽  
The Third ◽  
Older Subjects ◽  
Quantitative Changes

Previous research suggests that elderly people utilize fewer coping strategies than younger people. Some researchers suggest that these quantitative changes reflect decreases in the use of maladaptive strategies; others contend that they reflect decreases in the use of adaptive strategies by older adults. The present article reports the findings of three studies of coping in older people, two addressing coping with health problems, and the other addressing coping with moving. In all three studies, the number of self-reported coping strategies decreases with age. Results do not support the idea that decreases in the number of strategies imply decrements in the quality of coping, however: in two studies, age was unrelated to the effectiveness of strategies, in the third, effectiveness ratings were higher for older subjects. The need for evaluation of specific outcomes of coping strategies is discussed, along with the need for task-specific measurement of coping. It is proposed that decreases in the number of coping strategies reflect improved coping efficiency, rather than a deterioration of adaptational skills.

scholarly journals Differences in self-rated health among older adults according to socioeconomic circumstances: the Bambuí Health and Aging Study

2005 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 830-839 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Fernanda Lima-Costa ◽  
Josélia Oliveira Araújo Firmo ◽  
Elizabeth Uchôa
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Household Income ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Access To Health Services ◽  
Physician Visits ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Access To Health ◽  
Aging Study ◽  
Cruzi Infection

Self-rated health is influenced by socioeconomic circumstances, but related differences in its structure have received little attention. The objective of this study was to examine whether self-rated health structure differs according to socioeconomic circumstances in later life. The study included 1,505 individuals (86.4%) residing in Bambui and aged 60 years or older. Correlates of self-rated health among lower-income older adults (monthly household income < US$ 240.00) and higher-income seniors were assessed. Social network stood out as a major factor in the structure of self-rated health among the poorest. Psychological distress was independently associated with worse self-rated health among the poorest, while perceptions by the wealthiest were broader, including psychological distress, insomnia, Trypanosoma cruzi infection, use of medications, and access to health services. Physician visits and hospitalizations were associated with self-rated health in both groups. Our results show important differences in the structure of self-rated health according to socioeconomic circumstances and reinforce the need for policies to reduce health inequalities in later life.

scholarly journals Personal Support Networks as Moderators in Dyadic Employee-Supervisor Relationships

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 67-85
Author(s):  
Frank W. Hager ◽  
◽  
Norbert G. Brink ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Systems ◽  
Supervisor Support ◽  
Social Resources ◽  
Support Networks ◽  
Social Support Networks ◽  
Perceived Supervisor Support ◽  
Personal Support ◽  
Self Rated Health

Health-promoting management behaviour and the associated social support require professional and social competences of supervisors. The behaviour of leaders has an impact on motivation, commitment, as well as on the mental and physical health of their employees – and consequently on their ability to work and employability. Thus, from an entrepreneurial point of view, the skill of managers to provide adequate social support is an indispensable prerequisite for the economic success of the organisation. The two-way relationship (dyad) between the leader and the led, as a reciprocal, dynamic negotiation process, is in the focus of this investigation. For this research in the field of social support, the functions and effects of personal, social support networks have been considered. The question arises, as to whether they can compensate or moderate inadequate social support from supervisors and its effects on the employee’s state of health. From a differential view, social support networks can be understood as a matrix, providing the infrastructure for the production and distribution of a broad spectrum of social support benefits, which in turn represent the social resources of an employee – an important factor for her/his physical and mental health. Social resources in the form of social relationships and social interactions can help to cope with workloads and to better master challenges. In stressful situations, it is helpful to receive emotional or practical support from the support networks of the primary environment. The sample comprises of managers in middle management (N = 132) from different German automotive suppliers. In the examination, the Survey of Perceived Supervisor Support (SPSS), the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) and the Evaluation of Social Systems Scale (EVOS) has been used. It was postulated that the quality of social support networks (mirrored by the EVOS-dimensions “quality of relationships” and “self-efficacy”) moderate the relationship between perceived supervisor support and employees self-rated health. Partly, significant correlations between perceived supervisory support and the self-rated health dimensions “emotional well-being”, “energy/fatigue” and “role limitations due to personal or emotional problems” could be determined. It was also possible to gain the important insight that the networking of employees outside the official hierarchical structures plays an essential role in coping with stress.

scholarly journals Personal social capital and self-rated health among middle-aged and older adults: a cross-sectional study exploring the roles of leisure-time physical activity and socioeconomic status

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Youngdeok Kim ◽  
Tim Schneider ◽  
Eric Faß ◽  
Marc Lochbaum
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
Household Income ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bridging Social Capital ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Bonding And Bridging

Abstract Background Personal social capital, which refers to the scope and quality of an individual’s social networks within a community, has received increasing attention as a potential sociological factor associated with better individual health; yet, the mechanism relating social capital to health is still not fully understood. This study examined the associations between social capital and self-rated health while exploring the roles of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) and socioeconomic status (SES) among middle-aged and older adults. Methods Cross-sectional data were collected from 662 middle-aged and older adults (Mean age: 58.11 ± 10.59 years old) using the Qualtrics survey panel. Personal Social Capital Scale was used to measure bonding and bridging social capital and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire was used to assess LTPA levels. SES was assessed by education and household income levels. Self-rated health was assessed using a single item, by which the participants were categorized into the two groups, having ‘good’ vs. ‘not good’ self-rated health. A series of univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were established to examine the independent and adjusted associations of social capital with self-rated health and to test mediating and moderating roles of LTPA and SES, respectively. Results Bonding and bridging social capital were positively associated with self-rated health (Odds ratios = 1.11 and 1.09; P’s < .05, respectively), independent of LTPA that was also significantly associated with greater self-rated health (P-for-linear trends = .007). After adjusting SES, the associations of social capital were significantly attenuated and there was a significant interaction effect by household income (P-for-interaction = .012). Follow-up analyses stratified by household income showed that beneficial associations of social capital with self-rated health were more apparent among the people with low and high levels of household income; yet, LTPA was the stronger predictor of self-rated health among those in the middle class of household income. Conclusions Findings suggest that both social capital and LTPA are associated with better self-rated health; yet, these associations vary by SES. The health policymakers should address both social capital and LTPA for enhancing perceived health among aging populations but may need to consider varying SES backgrounds.

scholarly journals Personal Social Capital and Self-Rated Health among Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Cross-sectional Study Exploring the Roles of Leisure-Time Physical Activity and Socioeconomic Status

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Youngdeok Kim ◽  
Tim Schneider ◽  
Eric Faß ◽  
Marc Lochbaum
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
Household Income ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bridging Social Capital ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Bonding And Bridging

Abstract Background: Personal social capital, which refers to the scope and quality of an individual’s social networks within a community, has received increasing attention as a potential sociological factor associated with better individual health; yet, the mechanism relating social capital to health is still not fully understood. This study examined the associations between social capital and self-rated health while exploring the roles of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) and socioeconomic status (SES) among middle-aged and older adults.Methods: Cross-sectional data were collected from 662 middle-aged and older adults (Mean age: 58.11 ± 10.59 years old) using the Qualtrics survey panel. Personal Social Capital Scale was used to measure bonding and bridging social capital and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire was used to assess LTPA levels. SES was assessed by education and household income levels. Self-rated health was assessed using a single item, by which the participants were categorized into the two groups, having ‘good’ vs. ‘not good’ self-rated health. A series of univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were established to examine the independent and adjusted associations of social capital with self-rated health and to test mediating and moderating roles of LTPA and SES, respectively.Results: Bonding and bridging social capital were positively associated with self-rated health (Odds ratios = 1.11 and 1.09; P’s < .05, respectively), independent of LTPA that was also significantly associated with greater self-rated health (P-for-linear trends = .007). After adjusting SES, the associations of social capital were significantly attenuated and there was a significant interaction effect by household income (P-for-interaction = .012). Follow-up analyses stratified by household income showed that beneficial associations of social capital with self-rated health were more apparent among the people with low and high levels of household income; yet, LTPA was the stronger predictor of self-rated health among those in the middle class of household income.Conclusions: Findings suggest that both social capital and LTPA are associated with better self-rated health; yet, these associations vary by SES. The health policymakers should address both social capital and PA for enhancing perceived health among aging populations but may need to consider varying SES backgrounds.

scholarly journals Personal Social Capital and Self-Rated Health among Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Cross-sectional Study Exploring the Roles of Leisure-Time Physical Activity and Socioeconomic Status

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Youngdeok Kim ◽  
Tim Schneider ◽  
Eric Faß ◽  
Marc Lochbaum
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
Household Income ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bridging Social Capital ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Bonding And Bridging

Abstract Background: Personal social capital, which refers to the scope and quality of an individual’s social networks within a community, has received increasing attention as a potential sociological factor associated with better individual health; yet, the mechanism relating social capital to health is still not fully understood. This study examined the associations between social capital and self-rated health while exploring the roles of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) and socioeconomic status (SES) among middle-aged and older adults.Methods: Cross-sectional data were collected from 662 middle-aged and older adults (Mean age: 58.11±10.59 years old) using the Qualtrics survey panel. Personal Social Capital Scale was used to measure bonding and bridging social capital and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire was used to assess LTPA levels. SES was assessed by education and household income levels. Self-rated health was assessed using a single item, by which the participants were categorized into the two groups, having ‘good’ vs. ‘not good’ self-rated health. A series of univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were established to examine the independent and adjusted associations of social capital with self-rated health and to test mediating and moderating roles of LTPA and SES, respectively.Results: Bonding and bridging social capital were positively associated with self-rated health (Odds ratios = 1.11 and 1.09; P’s <.05, respectively), independent of LTPA that was also significantly associated with greater self-rated health (P-for-linear trends = .007). After adjusting SES, the associations of social capital were significantly attenuated and there was a significant interaction effect by household income (P-for-interaction = .012). Follow-up analyses stratified by household income showed that beneficial associations of social capital with self-rated health were more apparent among the people with low and high levels of household income; yet, LTPA was the stronger predictor of self-rated health among those in the middle class of household income.Conclusions: Findings suggest that both social capital and LTPA are associated with better self-rated health; yet, these associations vary by SES. The health policymakers should address both social capital and PA for enhancing perceived health among aging populations but may need to consider varying SES backgrounds.

scholarly journals Personal Social Capital and Self-Rated Health among Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Cross-sectional Study Exploring the Roles of Leisure-Time Physical Activity and Socioeconomic Status

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Youngdeok Kim ◽  
Tim Schneider ◽  
Eric Faß ◽  
Marc Lochbaum
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
Household Income ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bridging Social Capital ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Bonding And Bridging

Abstract Background: Personal social capital, which refers to the scope and quality of an individual’s social networks within a community, has received increasing attention as a potential sociological factor associated with better individual health; yet, the mechanism relating social capital to health is still not fully understood. This study examined the associations between social capital and self-rated health while exploring the roles of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) and socioeconomic status (SES) among middle-aged and older adults. Methods: Cross-sectional data were collected from 662 middle-aged and older adults (Mean age: 58.11±10.59 years old) using the Qualtrics survey panel. Personal Social Capital Scale was used to measure bonding and bridging social capital and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire was used to assess LTPA levels. SES was assessed by education and household income levels. Self-rated health was assessed using a single item, by which the participants were categorized into the two groups, having ‘good’ vs. ‘not good’ self-rated health. A series of univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were established to examine the independent and adjusted associations of social capital with self-rated health and to test mediating and moderating roles of LTPA and SES, respectively.Results: Bonding and bridging social capital were positively associated with self-rated health (Odds ratios = 1.11 and 1.09; P’s <.05, respectively), independent of LTPA that was also significantly associated with greater self-rated health (P-for-linear trends = .007). After adjusting SES, the associations of social capital were significantly attenuated and there was a significant interaction effect by household income (P-for-interaction = .012). Follow-up analyses stratified by household income showed that beneficial associations of social capital with self-rated health were more apparent among the people with low and high levels of household income; yet, LTPA was the stronger predictor of self-rated health among those in the middle class of household income. Conclusions: Findings suggest that both social capital and LTPA are associated with better self-rated health; yet, these associations vary by SES. The health policymakers should address both social capital and LTPA for enhancing perceived health among aging populations but may need to consider varying SES backgrounds.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Transitional Care from Hospital to Home in Frail Older Adults: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 821-821
Author(s):  
Ji Yeon Lee ◽  
Yong Sook Yang ◽  
Eunhee Cho
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Transitional Care ◽  
Frail Older Adults ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Hospital To Home

Abstract Frail older adults are at high risk of negative consequences from hospitalization and are discharged without completely returning to their pre-existing health status. Transitional care is needed to maintain care continuity from hospital to home. This systematic review aimed to examine transitional care for frail older adults and its effectiveness. The Cochrane guidelines were followed, and search terms were determined by PICO: (P) frail older adults, not disease-specified; (I) transitional care initiated before discharge; (C) usual care; and (O) all health outcomes. Four databases were searched for English-written randomized controlled trials (inception to 2020), and eight trials were ultimately included. Frail older adults in eight trials (1996–2019) totaled 2,785, with a mean sample size of 310. The intervention components varied from hospital care (e.g., geriatric assessment, discharge planning, rehabilitation) to follow-up care after discharge (e.g., home visit, phone follow-up, community service). Most measured outcomes were readmission (n = 7), function (n = 4), quality of life (n = 4), self-rated health (n = 3), and mortality (n = 3). Statistical significance was reported in the following number of trials: readmission (n = 2), function (n = 2), quality of life (n = 1), self-rated health (n = 3), and mortality (n = 0). The effectiveness of the intervention on each outcome was inconsistent across the trials. Varied transitional care between hospital and home was implemented to improve health status; however, its effectiveness was controversial. A novel, yet evidence-based approach is needed to develop transitional care interventions for these vulnerable populations.

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