The Effect of Writing Activities on the Social Network and Depression of the Elderly in the Community

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 67-73
Author(s):  
Young-A Kim ◽  
Young-Ae Yang
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Social

scholarly journals Age sequences of the elderly’ social network and its efficacies on well-being: an urban-rural comparison in China

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhenhua Zheng ◽  
Hong Chen
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Urban Elderly ◽  
Family Network ◽  
The Social ◽  
Urban Rural ◽  
Urban And Rural Areas

Abstract Background Although social network is a known determinant of the elderly’s well-being, it is not clear, in urban-rural and age-comparison, what its structural characteristics are and how it works for well-being. The research aims to discuss the features of the elderly’s social network and the social network efficacies on the well-being of older adults in China’s urban and rural areas as well as revealing the urban-rural disparities among the elderly of different age groups. Methods In this study, descriptive statistical analysis and structural equation Modeling (SEM) were used to make a group comparison between the urban and rural elderly of different age groups. All data are quoted from 2014 China Longitudinal Aging Social Survey (CLASS). The survey adopted the multi-stage probability sampling method, targeting Chinese senior citizens aged 60 and above, the ultimate samples totaled 11,511. Results The social network of the elderly in China feature a “reverse structure” in age sequences: with ageing, family network of the elderly expand while their friend network shrink; also, the expansion scale of the rural elderly’s family network is significantly larger than that of the city’s while the shrinkage scale of their friend network is smaller compared with its urban counterpart. The effect of family network on the rural elderly’s well-being shows a remarkable increase with age. However, there is no noticeable change in urban elderly groups of different ages. Conclusion The social network characteristics of the Chinese elderly are different between different age stages. Namely, the family network and the friend network have the “reverse structure “ in age sequences. Meanwhile, the family network and the friend network have different efficacies on the well-being of the elderly in China, and the differences between urban and rural areas are even more obvious. For rural elderly, family network has very important effects on their well-being. Moreover, With the increase of age, family network’s efficacies increase gradually. For urban elderly, comparatively, family network is just as important as friend network.

scholarly journals The social network index and its relation to later-life depression among the elderly aged ≥80 years in Northern Thailand

2016 ◽  
Vol Volume 11 ◽  
pp. 1067-1074 ◽  
Author(s):  
Myo Nyein Aung ◽  
Saiyud Moolphate ◽  
Thin Nyein Nyein Aung ◽  
Chitima Kantonyoo ◽  
Songyos Khamchai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Later Life ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Northern Thailand ◽  
The Social

scholarly journals Social Network and Healthy Ageing among Elderly in Helping Hearts Old Age Home, Coimbatore

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (12S) ◽  
pp. 571-576
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Social Network ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Meaning In Life ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Healthy Ageing ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Relationship

In the current times, the research cites that elderly definitely need social networks to aid in their mental and physical well being. The previous researches have indicated familyfocused, friend-focused, and restricted types as the types of social networks available. Social network include social interaction and social communication. It is the need of the hour to study about the social network of the elderly population because many of them are left with nobody and loneliness is one of the important factor not to mention about desertion by their loved ones since they are no longer productive individuals. The heterogeneity of social networks is pathway to successful and healthy ageing. Healthy ageing is about using opportunities so that they can have social participation and lead a good quality of life. Elderly need not be burdensome individuals in the society instead they can be involved in lot of activities which contribute to them ageing gracefully. The research studies state that rural elderly have more chances of social participation that they find more meaning in life which is a contributing factor for healthy ageing. The present study aims to find out the relationship between social network and healthy ageing.

The association of spatial configuration with social network for elderly in social housing

2017 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 405-416
Author(s):  
Joo Young Kim ◽  
Young Ook Kim
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Social Housing ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Spatial Configuration ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Spatial Network ◽  
Apartment Complex ◽  
The Social ◽  
Network Properties

This study aimed to investigate the association of spatial configuration with social interaction for elderly. A social housing in Seoul was selected for the case study. Using space syntax and social network analysis, the association was examined statistically. This research employed an integration indicator which is most closely related to space use pattern. Questionnaire and interview surveys were conducted to illustrate the pattern of social network. Using the collected data, NetMiner was utilized to conduct a quantitative analysis. Degree, closeness and betweenness indicators were employed to measure relationships in these networks and between individuals. The characteristics of the association established by the statistical analysis between spatial network of housing estate and social network of elderly were discussed. Our results show that spatial network properties can explain characteristics of social network. The accessibility of residential spaces for elderly individuals in social housing apartment complex has an effect on the strength of the social network with neighbours. Also, analysis of the spatial configuration accessibility for the elderly population with integration values has illustrated that the result was opposite to the general theory that ‘the locations with high accessibility could foster more interactions’. Our findings have suggested that we can have a better knowledge to foster more social network among elderly by planning improved spatial network.

Examining the Variables Affecting the Social Networks of the Elderly

2021 ◽  
pp. 523-541
Author(s):  
Didem Demir Erbil ◽  
Oya Hazer
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Social Network ◽  
Successful Aging ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Positive Correlation ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
The Social ◽  
Negative Predictor ◽  
Moderate Positive Correlation

This study was carried out to examine the variables affecting the social networks of the elderly. A simple random sampling method was used as a data collection method in the research. The data were collected through face-to-face interviews. The participants of the study are 500 individuals aged 60 and over from members of the Ankara branch of the Turkish Pensioners Association. According to the results of the study, there is a considerable negative correlation between social network and depression (r=-0.40, p =0.001) and loneliness (r=-0.49, p =0.001). Also, social loneliness and depression is the stronger negative predictor of the social network. Moreover, there is a considerable positive correlation between social network and perceived available support (r=-0.52, p =0.001). In addition, there is a moderate positive correlation between social network and successful aging behavior (r=-0.30, p =0.001) and life satisfaction (r=-0.35, p =0.001).

scholarly journals Penerapan Aspek Keberfungsian Sosial Levin Sebagai Instrumen Asesmen di Panti Lansia Bojongbata Pemalang

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wina Nurdini Kodaruddin ◽  
Sri Sulastri ◽  
Hery Wibowo
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Nursing Home ◽  
Social Network ◽  
Social Functioning ◽  
Social Services ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Social Function ◽  
Social Resources ◽  
Social Activities ◽  
The Social

AbstractBased on Central Java Governor Regulation No. 31/2018, the Bojongbata Nursing Home used to providing social services for the elderly. Unfortunately, Bojongbata Nursing Home does not have a special instrument for assessing the elderly's social function. The social function assessment usually used maps of social network and list of questions related to the elderly social relationships. However, this instrument has not been able to thoroughly explore the conditions, problems and needs of the elderly. In fact, an in-depth assessment of social functioning affects the determination of appropriate interventions and helps social workers analyze the conditions and service needs of the elderly. This study aims to identify the social functioning of the elderly through the aspects of Social Resources, Social Activities, Social Networking, Social Support, and Social Role and Role Functioning. This study analyzed several elderly informants with the aim of identifying their social functioning based on potential and non-potential groups. This is done to find differences in the conditions and needs of the two. The results of this study indicate that Levin assessment theory can describe the social functioning of the elderly. There is a relationship between aspects in realizing the better social functioning of the elderly. Elderly who can make good use of social resources and have adequate social activities have a wider and stronger social network. This social network can provide the social support needed by the elderly in carrying out their social roles properly.

scholarly journals The social network among the elderly and its relationship with quality of life

10.19082/4306 ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 4306-4311 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatemeh Bahramnezhad ◽  
Raheleh Chalik ◽  
Farideh Bastani ◽  
Masoumeh Taherpour ◽  
Elham Navab
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Network ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Social

PiChat: Smartphone Application to Expand the Social Network for the Elderly

2019 ◽  
pp. 148-158
Author(s):  
Ting-Hui Wu ◽  
Bing-Cheng Zhu ◽  
Elizabeth Wianto ◽  
Shan-Wen Shih ◽  
Yang-Cheng Lin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Smartphone Application ◽  
The Social

Social Network and Functional Health Status among the Elderly

2019 ◽  
pp. 109-117
Author(s):  
Yun Zhang ◽  
Hong Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Older People ◽  
Social Workers ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Functional Health ◽  
Functional Health Status ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
The Social

Background: In the absence of adequate public pension benefits, the older people in China have to rely on their social networks for old-age support. However, few empirical studies have been carried out to examine the pattern of social network and their impact on elderly health in China. Methods: Using the data set from two waves of the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey (CLHLS) conducted in 2008 and 2014, we examined the characteristics of social network types and their impacts on the health status among the elderly. The dependent variables included the measures of self-rated health (SRH), activities of daily living (ADL), instrumental activities of daily living (IADL), and cognitive score (MMSE). K-means clustering method was used to construct the social network type, which was the primary factor we were interested in examining for association with functional health status. A random-effect regression model was utilized to control for the clustering effects within the observations over time. Results: Four types of the social network were derived among the older people, and they were the diverse network (6.65%), family-focused network (32%), children-focused network (29.89%) and restricted network (31.45%). Compared with the restricted network, the diverse network was associated with the best functional health status and self-rated health among the elderly; the family-focused network was also associated with a better score of ADL, IADL, and MMSE but not significantly with SRH score; and the children-focused network was also associated with a better health status of all measures. Furthermore, social support from family members and friends positively influenced the health status of the elderly. In contrast, having social workers available when needed was associated with the reduced ADL, IADL, and SRH scores. This might be due to that those elderly with the worst health status are in a greater need for support from social workers, and hence, the reverse association may occur. Conclusion: family- and children-focused network were primary types among the older people in China. Consistent with previous studies, while the diverse network was most beneficial for the functional health status in multiple measures, it only accounted for a small proportion; people with the restricted network had the worst health status.

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