scholarly journals There Is No Fool Like an Old Fool: The Experiences of Elderlies Regarding Remarriage in Iran

2021 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Parvaneh Asgari ◽  
Elham Navab ◽  
Maryam Esmaeili ◽  
Mahboobeh Shali ◽  
Yee Bit-Lian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Data Saturation ◽  
Conventional Content Analysis ◽  
Realistic Choice

Objectives: Despite the positive effects of remarriage on elderlies’ quality of life, marriage in this period is a taboo among people of the society. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the experiences of the elderly regarding remarriage. Methods: This conventional content analysis study was conducted in Iran during 2018. Semi-structured interviews with 20 elderlies living in Tehran were conducted to collect data. For data analysis, Graneheim and Lundman’s approach was adopted. The interviews were continued until reaching data saturation. Results: After data analysis, four main categories and 14 subcategories appeared. The main categories included “there is no fool like an old fool”, “spring in autumn”, “gift of old age”, and “realistic choice.” Conclusions: Remarriage prevents many future problems for elderlies, such as the feeling of rejection, loneliness, isolation, depression, and low self-esteem. Therefore, serious efforts and planning are required to promote the knowledge level of the society regarding this issue.

scholarly journals Effect of cognitive stimulation workshops on the self-esteem and cognition of the elderly A pilot project

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 421-426 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thais Sisti De Vincenzo Schultheisz ◽  
Regiane Ribeiro de Aquino ◽  
Ana Beatriz Ferreira Alves ◽  
André Luis Maiera Radl ◽  
Antonio de Pádua Serafim
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Cognitive Stimulation ◽  
The Self ◽  
Cognitive Test ◽  
Elderly Subjects ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Cognitive Complaint

ABSTRACT According to the WHO, by 2025 Brazil will be ranked sixth in the world in terms of proportion of elderly in the population. Within this scope, cognition plays a central role in the aging process, having an important association with quality of life, which suggests the need to develop intervention programs, such as cognitive training. Objective: To determine the effects of a program of cognitive stimulation workshops on the self-esteem and cognition of elderly people. Methods: Thirty-eight elderly subjects completed the three-step protocol: 1) Survey of demographic data and evaluation of cognition by a neuropsychological battery and of self-esteem using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSS), prior to training; 2) Participation in twelve cognitive stimulation workshops; and 3) Cognitive evaluation and RSS after the training. Results: Results showed that the use of training produced positive effects on cognitive test performance of the elderly with and without cognitive impairment. By extension, this demonstrates positive impact on their self-esteem. Conclusion: These findings encourage investment in cognitive stimulation programs as a resource for improved cognition and quality of life for the elderly. Subjective cognitive complaint may have served as a predictor of decreased self-esteem; therefore, as training improved cognition, it also improved self-esteem.

Experiences of the mothers of infants hospitalized in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 571-579
Author(s):  
R. Nazari ◽  
F. Moradi Koosha ◽  
S. Rezaie ◽  
N. Akbari ◽  
A. Qolizadeh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care Unit ◽  
Critical Period ◽  
Neonatal Intensive Care ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Main Category ◽  
Data Saturation ◽  
Conventional Content Analysis ◽  
Nicu Admission ◽  
General Abstract

BACKGROUND: The mother-newborn relationship is more important in neonates hospitalized in the NICU than in healthy neonates. This study was conducted to explore the experiences of the mothers of infants hospitalized in the NICU. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This qualitative study was done in 2016 by adopting a conventional content analysis approach. Thirty-five mothers in the NICUs, Imam Hossein Hospital and Fatemieh Hospital were selected. Their experiences were assessed using in-depth individual semi-structured interviews. Sampling was purposive and was continued until reaching data saturation. RESULTS: Two hundred and nine primary codes were extracted. After removing duplicates and overlaps, 95 primary codes were categorized in 8 subcategories, 2 accessory categories and 1 main category based on their appropriateness, agreement, and similarity. The accessory categories of “mothers’ worries” and “mothers’ hopes” were merged into a more general, abstract category named “dual feelings about the baby”. CONCLUSIONS: The nurses’ awareness of the mothers’ experiences can help design interventions to promote the quality of care for mothers and infants in the critical period of the NICU admission.

SYMBOLIC STRUGGLE FOR POLICY IMPLEMENTATION OF «ACTIVE AGING» IN THE RUSSIAN SOCIAL AND LABOR SPHERE

2021 ◽  
pp. 1050-1059
Author(s):  
И. Л. Сизова ◽  
Н. С. Орлова
Keyword(s):  
The Elderly ◽  
Work Behavior ◽  
Special Importance ◽  
Active Aging ◽  
Social Mechanisms ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Aging Policy ◽  
Assistance Programs ◽  
The Social

В статье рассматриваются социальные процессы, сопровождающие реализацию политики «активного долголетия» в российской социальнотрудовой сфере. В первом разделе статьи кратко представляются основы концепции «активного долголетия» и обсуждаются возможные социальные механизмы ее применения. Особое место здесь отводится анализу социальных прав, которые формируют основу для разных моделей развития общественного благосостояния и качества жизни населения. Во втором разделе на базе парадигмы конструктивизма в социальных науках и теории символической власти П. Бурдьё предлагается авторский вариант изучения структур восприятия и оценивания населением реализованных государственных реформ. В третьем разделе представлены результаты эмпирического анализа серии полуструктурированных интервью с основными субъектами социально-трудовой сферы и текстов обращений граждан в органы государственной власти. В заключение интерпретируется символическая борьба вокруг восприятия политики «активного долголетия» в России. Авторы приходят к выводу о том, что ожидается новый всплеск программ социальной помощи пожилым и рост пассивности в их трудовом поведении. The article examines the social processes accompanying implementation of the policy «active aging» in the Russian social and labor spheres. The basic concepts of «active aging» are briefl y introduced and possible social mechanisms of its application are discussed in the first section of the article. Special importance is given to the analysis of social rights which form the basis for different models of the development of public welfare and the population’s quality of life. In the second section, author’s version of studying the perception and assessment structures by the population of the implemented reforms of the State are proposed on the basis of the paradigm of constructivism in the social sciences and the theory of symbolic power by P. Bourdieu. In the third section the results of an empirical analysis of a set of semi-structured interviews with the main subjects of the social and labor spheres and the texts of citizens’ appeals to government bodies are presented. In conclusion, the symbolic struggle around the perception of the «active aging» policy in Russia is interpreted. The authors conclude that a new surge in social assistance programs for the elderly and an increase in passivity in their work behavior are expected.

scholarly journals The Implementation of Distance Learning during the Covid-19 Pandemic

MADRASAH ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 114-125
Author(s):  
Raden Adji Suryo Utomo ◽  
Fitri Nur Mahmudah
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Data Sources ◽  
Quality Of Education ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Quality Of Research

The implementation of learning is the most important part in improving the quality of education. The Covid-19 pandemic period is part of the challenge for education so that learning continues. The purpose of this study was to investigate in depth the implementation of distance learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. The method used in this research is qualitative with a case study approach. The research was conducted at Muhammadiyah Pakel Elementary School. The data sources in this study were teachers, parents, and students. Data collection techniques using structured interviews assisted with guidelines that are structured questions systematically. Data analysis using the Denzin Licoln case study model assisted by atlas.ti software version 8. The technique used to improve the quality of research is source triangulation. The results of this study provide information that in the implementation of the implementation of distance learning there are three factors, namely policy, distance learning process, and human resource activeness. These three factors are novelty which can be recommendations for the three education centers in order to be part of improving the quality of distance learning education during the Covid-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals SENTIMENTOS DO IDOSO FRENTE À DEPENDÊNCIA FÍSICA

2009 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Milene Oliveira de Freitas ◽  
Guadalupe Scarparo Haag
Keyword(s):  
Life Style ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Rio Grande ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Qualitative Investigation ◽  
Rio Grande Do Sul ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Descriptive Research

Resumo: A população idosa tem aumentado em âmbito mundial, particularmente no Rio Grande do Sul. Atualmente grande parte desses indivíduos precisa de algum tipo de ajuda para realizar tarefas simples do dia-a-dia. O presente estudo objetivou conhecer os senti mentos do idoso em relação à possibilidade de dependência física, identificando as atividades realizadas para evitá-la ou retardá-la. A pesquisa descritiva com enfoque qualitativo contou com a participação de 10 idosas frequentadoras do Programa Maior Idade, em São Leopoldo, que não possuíam dependência física e tinham mais de 68 anos de idade. Os dados foram coletados por meio de entrevista semi-estruturada e interpretados pela análise de conteúdo contido nas falas das pesquisadas. Os resultados mostraram que a possibilidade de dependência física acarreta sentimentos de frustração e inutilidade, levando ao afastamento do convívio social, enquanto que a independência leva a sensação de autonomia e satisfação pela vida. Atividade física, lazer e cuidados com a alimentação foram citados como responsáveis pela sensação de bem-estar e por evitar ou retardar a dependência física.Conclui-se que a dependência física gera diminuição na qualidade de vida do idoso e pode ser evitada ou reduzida através da adoção de um estilo de vida saudável. Palavras-chave: Idoso Fragilizado; Qualidade de Vida; Estilo de Vida. Abstract:  The elderly population has increased worldwide, particularly in Rio Grande do Sul. Nowadays most of the elderly need some help to do simple daily activities. This study aimed to know the old people's feelings about the perspective specially of physical dependency, identifying the activities accomplished to avoid it or postpone it. The descriptive research comprised a qualitative investigation with 10 seniors, that were 68 years old or older. They are users of the Maior Idade Program, in São Leopoldo. The collected data are analyzed in accordance with speeches in semi structured interviews. Physical activity, leisure and also nutritional care were cited as responsible for the sensation of welfare and avoid or postpone the physical dependency. The study concludes that physical dependency decreases the elderly life quality and it can be avoided or  postponed through adoption of a healthier life style. Key words: Frail Elderly; Quality of Life; Life Style.

scholarly journals Factors Influencing Quality of Life and Longevity in Elderly People, Phrae City, Thailand

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 48-54
Author(s):  
Laddawan Daengthern ◽  
Somsak Thojampa ◽  
Kittisak Kumpeera ◽  
Chommanard Wannapornsiri ◽  
Roongtiva Boonpracom
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Exercise Stress ◽  
P Value ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Thai People

The purpose of this descriptive research was to study the factors that influence the quality of life (QOL) and longevity of the elderly in Thailand. The sample was made up of 280 elderly people in Phrae province, Thailand. The research found that (1) the QOL of the elderly in Phrae province was overall at a good level of 66.30%, (2) the factors that have significant influence on the QOL of the elderly at the p value = .01 are healing and exercise factors which are able to jointly predict the QOL of the elderly in Phrae Province by 12.2% (R2 = .122), and (3) from the structured interviews of 10 elderly people aged 80 years and older, it was found that diet, exercise, stress reduction, and healing are factors that allow the elderly to live for an average of 80 years which is above the average age of Thai people (the average age for men is 71.8 years old and for women is 78.6 years old).

scholarly journals Ups and downs of drug rehab among women: a qualitative study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
zahra boroumandfar ◽  
masoud kianpour ◽  
maryam afshari
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Lived Experience ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Vulnerable Group ◽  
Addiction Prevention ◽  
Theoretical Sampling ◽  
Data Saturation ◽  
Conventional Content Analysis

Abstract Background: due to the increasing importance of addicted women and the need to pay particular attention to this vulnerable group, and more awareness of women-specific addiction prevention and rehab programs among authorities. Objectives: In this content analysis of qualitative study we explored experiences of the women’s experience of the ups and downs of drug rehab Methods: 30 participants (addicted women) were selected through purposive and theoretical sampling until data saturation. Data collection was conducted through semi structured interviews. Conventional content analysis was utilized to analyze the transcribed interviews. Results: Based on analysis of the obtained results, the experience of women from the ups and downs of leaving the drug abuse yielded two themes and nine sub-themes. The themes were “the need for emancipation” and “Sinking factors”. Conclusions: It is concluded that addiction rehab strategies can only lead the addicted women to a brighter life when, along with open-hearted assistance by the families, women-specific rehab centers are established to help them meet their specific needs. Keywords: Substance Use, Lived Experience, Addiction disorders, Women's Health, qualitative study

scholarly journals Experiences of Selected Students in the Scientific Olympiad for Medical Students – A Qualitative Study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leila Vahedi ◽  
Naser Ghorbanian ◽  
Atefeh Zabihi ◽  
hakimeh hazrati
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Motivating Factors ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Scientific Level ◽  
Recreational Programs

Abstract Objective: It is of great importance to identify the talent students in the Scientific Olympiad and pay attention to the upgrade of quality of these competitions. The aim of this study was to explain the Students' experiences about the Scientific Olympiad. This research was a phenomenological qualitative study. Data were collected based on questionnaires (27 students) and semi-structured interviews (13 students) who were selected in the Medical Students' Scientific Olympiad. The analyzing of information was performed using clayze method. Results: Students' experiences were divided into two main themes, including motivating and restrictive factors. Scientific level, planning and implementation and welfare issues were obtained as the three main categories by analyzing data. The participants suggested four holding suggestions, side plans, facilities and the notification results. In conclusions, students' experiences stated that the Medical Students' Scientific Olympiad in Iran is still at an early stage that challenges further the knowledge level. Therefore, it is necessary to design questions with high taxonomy by trained academic facilities. Also, the attention to the side programs, welfare amenities and recreational programs as the motivating factors for participating in these competitions recommend.

scholarly journals Barriers and Facilitators of Adherence to the COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines: A Qualitative Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-20
Author(s):  
Shoaib Dehghani ◽  
◽  
Arash Pooladi ◽  
Bijan Nouri ◽  
Sina Valiee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Barriers And Facilitators ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Analysis Study ◽  
The People ◽  
Data Saturation ◽  
Conventional Content Analysis ◽  
Prevention Guidelines

Background: Despite the recommendations to follow guidelines for the prevention of COVID-19, different communities do not completely adhere to these guidelines. The aim of this study was to explore the barriers and facilitators of the adherence of the people of Sanandaj to the COVID-19 prevention guidelines. Materials & Methods: The present study was a qualitative content analysis study conducted in 2020. A purposive sampling method among the residents of Sanandaj, Iran was applied and continued until data saturation was achieved. Twenty semi-structured interviews were conducted with the participants. A verbatim transcription of interviews was analyzed through qualitative conventional content analysis. Results: Participants included 12 men and 8 women. Data analysis yielded 8 categories and 26 sub-categories regarding the barriers and facilitators of the participants’ adherence to the COVID-19 prevention guidelines. The barriers included myths, being under pressure, and letting and facilitators included awareness, fear, commitment, unity against the disease, and warnings. Conclusion: According to the findings, it is necessary to correct people’s beliefs, support them, and continue to make them informed about the disease. Increasing awareness and commitment, strengthening the spirit of unity among people, and increasing the level of warnings can be effective in increasing adherence of people to the COVID-19 prevention guidelines.

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