scholarly journals Elderly Sustainable Mobility: Scientific Paper Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (18) ◽  
pp. 7319 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kaniz Fatima ◽  
Sara Moridpour ◽  
Chris De Gruyter ◽  
Tayebeh Saghapour
Keyword(s):  
Elderly People ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Scientific Paper ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Travel Patterns ◽  
Sustainable Mobility ◽  
Paper Review ◽  
Elderly Mobility

The number of elderly people as a proportion of the world’s population is growing significantly. Special attention to the accessibility and mobility requirements of this group is needed. The contribution of this paper is a review of travel patterns, mode preferences, infrastructure solutions, accessibility indices, mode choice models and datasets as they relate to elderly mobility. Key findings highlight the role of residential location characteristics in shaping elderly travel patterns, helping to explain why research on elderly travel has largely relied on case studies to date. The review also summarizes a range of indices that have been developed to measure public transport and walking accessibility among the elderly, including distance and time-based methods. Future research should consider the dominance of private transport in facilitating elderly mobility and its implications for cities experiencing an aging population.

scholarly journals The role of quadriceps muscle strength in the development of falls in the elderly people, a cross-sectional study

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alijan Ahmadiahangar ◽  
Yahya Javadian ◽  
Mansour Babaei ◽  
Behzad Heidari ◽  
Seyedreza Hosseini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Quadriceps Muscle ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Quadriceps Muscle Strength

scholarly journals Gminna rada seniorów — znaczenie „głosu doświadczenia” w sprawach społeczności lokalnej

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 ◽  
pp. 107-119
Author(s):  
Anna Kuchciak
Keyword(s):  
Elderly People ◽  
Population Aging ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Basic Unit ◽  
Municipal Council ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Legislative Changes ◽  
The Voice

MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF SENIORS - THE ROLE OF " THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE" IN THE MATTERS OF LOCAL COMMUNITIESUnder the Act dated 11 October 2013 amending the Act on Municipal Self- Government, the ability to create municipal councils of seniors was introduced. The considered amendment is one of the wide range of legislative changes resulting from the process of population aging. The article attempts to assess how this optional collective body, aimed primarily at the civic activation of the elderly people and identification of their needs, works in the structure of the basic unit of the territorial system.

scholarly journals The Enigma of Gender Differences in an Environment-Behavior-Health Model of Elderly People: The Choice Between Individually and Sociality

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (10) ◽  
pp. 3483
Author(s):  
Zhenhua Zheng ◽  
Junling Gao ◽  
Ye Yang
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Social Ecology ◽  
Social Behaviors ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Outdoor Environment ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Elderly Males ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Behavior Health

Gender difference in the health of elderly people has become an important perspective to consider when studying their health. However, the gender differences in terms of “environment–behavior–health” from the social ecology perspective remain unknown. On the basis of survey data from Shanghai, China, including 2839 samples, this study explored the gender differences of outdoor environment–behavior–activity ability in elderly people from two aspects of the mean value of variables and the path relationship, utilizing the structural equation model analysis method combined with social ecology theory. The results showed that, at the level of the mean of variables, the elderly males had significantly higher mean values than the females in terms of individual behaviors, but had significantly lower values in terms of social behaviors. At the level of path relationships, there were similarities in that the health of elderly males was more likely to be affected by individual factors, whereas that of the females was more effected by social factors. Through the great positive effect of the high-level social behaviors, the health of the elderly females was progressively promoted. The study provided some useful insights for future research, aiming at promoting gender-sensitive urban design.

scholarly journals Perception of elderly singers on the promotion of vocal health

Revista CEFAC ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 734-741
Author(s):  
Camila Nicoladelli Cardozo ◽  
Ivonete Teresinha Schülter Buss Heidemann ◽  
Cláudia Cossentino Bruck Marçal ◽  
Aline Megumi Arakawa-Belaunde
Keyword(s):  
Elderly People ◽  
Sense Of Belonging ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Personal Life ◽  
Vocal Health ◽  
Emotional Issues

ABSTRACT Purpose: to check the understanding of elderly participants of a singing group on the promotion of voice health. Methods: a qualitative approach linked to Paulo Freire's research itinerary consisting of three dialectic moments: thematic investigation; encoding and decoding; critical revelation. Results: these stages were developed in four culture circles with the participation of six elderly people. The study showed three themes: (1) Expression and feelings, (2) Potentiality and difficulty, (3) Voice care. The circles brought expression of ideas and practices to voice care. The sense of belonging that the group provides could be observed, especially on emotional issues. The elderly empowered themselves to discuss their beliefs regarding voice care, clarified during culture circles, providing subsidies for a greater autonomy in their personal life. Conclusion: the dialog between the participants made the understanding possible on the role of voice, permeating aspects related to the physiology, functionality and emotion in the participants' perception.

The Care© Approach to Enabling Independence

1993 ◽  
Vol 56 (4) ◽  
pp. 120-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jackie Pool
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Social Services ◽  
Elderly Person ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Mnemonic Device ◽  
Care Approach ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
Therapy Service

In piloting an occupational therapy service in Hampshire Social Services' homes for elderly people, it became evident that the occupational therapy philosophy of enabling independence was perceived by the staff of the homes to be contrary to their role as carers. An approach was required which could demonstrate that the concept of care was not incompatible with that of independence and the CARE© approach was developed. This uses a mnemonic device to show that there are four factors that combine to result in the act of caring: Communicating, Assisting, Rehabilitating and Empathising. When all four factors are present, independence is promoted by enabling the elderly person to function to his/her maximum potential. The CARE approach is currently being used in Hampshire Social Services' homes for elderly people in training programmes for staff. The approach is appropriate to anyone who is involved in caring for others. It is used as a framework that assists the carer to make the transition to the role of an enabler.

Feasibility of Using Natural Rubber (NR) Latex Foam as a Soft Robotic Finger: Role of Foaming Agent in Morphology and Dynamic Properties of NR Latex Foam

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunanta Chuayprakong ◽  
Jiraphat Chuchat ◽  
Thorranin Poruksa ◽  
Michelina Soccio
Keyword(s):  
Older People ◽  
Natural Rubber ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Dynamic Properties ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Muscle Loss ◽  
Ageing Society ◽  
Foaming Agent

Sarcopenia caused by ageing and muscle loss is mostly found in the elderly people. Since a number of older people have been increased, a device which assists with grasping can play an important role in an ageing society. The purpose of this research is to select the material which is potentially a part of soft robotic actuator. Natural rubber (NR) latex produced locally in Thailand is intentionally chosen and chemically vulcanized by using a conventional vulcanization system into a molded fingered foam. The research focuses on varying the amount of foaming agent (Benzene sulfonyl hydrazide, BSH). Effect of foaming agent quantity on morphology and dynamic properties of the prepared natural rubber foam was elucidated. The suitable foam formula is selected and molded as the human fingers in the structure of a potential soft robotic actuator which were tested for the movement.

scholarly journals Optimisme Disposisional dan Pengukurannya pada Orang Usia Lanjut

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Indra Yohanes Kiling ◽  
Yunita Marcelini Manafe ◽  
Beatriks Novianti Bunga
Keyword(s):  
Elderly People ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Dispositional Optimism ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Vulnerable Group ◽  
Life Orientation Test ◽  
Life Orientation ◽  
Positive Attribute ◽  
Orientation Test

The elderly as a vulnerable group of people in the community has various physical, psychological and social adversities in their life. In this age, someone who is of old age should have a positive attribute that could help the person to achieve a life with quality. Dispositional optimism is an individual’s positive attribute that could give a positive impact to elderly people. This paper reviewed theories related to dispositional optimism by reviewing existing literature. Indicators and measurement of dispositional optimism also discussed in this paper. Dispositional optimism theory was reviewed from the perspective of the initial founder of the theory and then further looked at its development in global application. Indicators of dispositional optimism were discussed to further understand the process of measurement of the concept itself. The measurement of dispositional optimism was often referred to as the Life Orientation Test scale, which was developed into various kinds of similar tests in order to use the test in other settings. The discussion in this paper hopefully could provide knowledge regarding dispositional optimism in elderly people especially future research in an Indonesian setting.

scholarly journals The role of city public transport in creating the mobility of its residents

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 393-397
Author(s):  
Henryk Komsta ◽  
Paweł Droździel ◽  
Marek Opielak
Keyword(s):  
Public Transport ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Small Extent ◽  
Urban Mobility

The article discusses the place and role of public transport in creating the mobility of city dwellers. Attention has been paid to the fact of underestimating the role of public transport in many rankings in the urban mobility. Indicators used in the rankings to a small extent related to the assessment of the quality of operation of public transport from the passenger-user position. There is no such as availability and location of the stops or degree of facilitation of travel by the elderly or the limited efficiency.

scholarly journals Technology: Saving and Enriching Life During COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shubhra Sinha ◽  
Ankita Verma ◽  
Priyanka Tiwari
Keyword(s):  
Social Networking ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Senior Citizens ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Online Data ◽  
Digital Platforms ◽  
The Past ◽  
The Impact

The pandemic of COVID-19 has arrested the life of 7.8 million people living on this earth. However, some people are more vulnerable to the risk of this deadly virus. The frailty of senior citizens put them at the top of this list. The past 6 months have not only presented a threat to their physical health but to mental health also. Although lockdown was necessary to check the spread of the coronavirus it culminated in an exponential rise in the problems of loneliness, anxiety, fear, helplessness, and depression. The present paper reviews the role of social networking sites, apps, and other digital platforms in saving and enriching the lives of the elderly, especially those who spent the lockdown alone and were devoid of a regular support system due to unavailability of transport and administrative restrictions on the movement of people. It also analyzes the efficiency of the virtual world in reducing their anxiety of being alone by connecting them with others and also make them feel empowered. The review is based on the online data collected about the insurgence in the percentage of elderly people using such platforms, recent studies analyzing the effects of the COVID 19 pandemic on senior citizens. Besides this personal telephonic discussions were conducted with some elderly people who spent their lockdown alone in their homes. The study was primarily focused on three objectives. Firstly it attempts to understand the ways in which senior citizens made use of social networking sites and various digital platforms for managing life better. Secondly, it analyses the process of adopting technology, and finally, it examined the width and depth of the impact technology created in their life and also the permanence of this change. The analysis clearly suggests an increase in the digital life of elderly people. The process moved in distinct stages from utter confusion to relative ease in using technology, thereby significantly reducing the loneliness, and bringing relatively stable change in the way they lead their life.

scholarly journals Potential Role of Phenolic Extracts of Mentha in Managing Oxidative Stress and Alzheimer’s Disease

Antioxidants ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 631
Author(s):  
Doaa M. Hanafy ◽  
Geoffrey E. Burrows ◽  
Paul D. Prenzler ◽  
Rodney A. Hill
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Potential Role ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Phenolic Constituents ◽  
The Central Nervous System ◽  
Developed Nations

With an increase in the longevity and thus the proportion of the elderly, especially in developed nations, there is a rise in pathological conditions that accompany ageing, such as neurodegenerative disorders. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive cognitive and memory decline. The pathophysiology of the disease is poorly understood, with several factors contributing to its development, such as oxidative stress, neuroinflammation, cholinergic neuronal apoptotic death, and the accumulation of abnormal proteins in the brain. Current medications are only palliative and cannot stop or reverse the progression of the disease. Recent clinical trials of synthetic compounds for the treatment of AD have failed because of their adverse effects or lack of efficacy. Thus, there is impetus behind the search for drugs from natural origins, in addition to the discovery of novel, conventional therapeutics. Mints have been used traditionally for conditions relevant to the central nervous system. Recent studies showed that mint extracts and/or their phenolic constituents have a neuroprotective potential and can target multiple events of AD. In this review, we provide evidence of the potential role of mint extracts and their derivatives as possible sources of treatments in managing AD. Some of the molecular pathways implicated in the development of AD are reviewed, with focus on apoptosis and some redox pathways, pointing to mechanisms that may be modulated for the treatment of AD, and the need for future research invoking knowledge of these pathways is highlighted.

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