Impact of Religious Participation and Spirituality on the Health of Nigerian Older People: an online survey

Ede, Stephen Sunday; Ugwuodo, Ebere P; Okoh, Chisom Favour; Egbumike, Chukwuenyegom Joseph; Chukwu, Deborah Adaeze; Irem, Franklin Onyedinma; Nwatu, Uche Louisa

doi:10.1080/15528030.2021.2001407

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“… Ebimgbo et al (2018) found that church-based organizations are vital in the care of older adults in south-east Nigeria. Also, Ede et al (2023) revealed that religious and spiritual participants are useful to the psychological health and the general well-being of older people in Nigeria. Among the South-western Nigeria population, the study by Mobolaji and Akinyemi (2022) discovered the significant role of religious organizations in the support of older adults, whereas in Bauchi, North-Eastern Nigeria, Yakubu and Namadi (2018) found that older adults who are Moslems deeply practice the activities of Jeedo to enable them to age in place and to achieve life satisfaction.…”

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The Impacts of Spirituality and Religious Participation on the Emotional Well-Being of Widowed Older Adults in Southeast Nigeria

Ukeachusim,

Okwor,

Eze

et al. 2023

Innovation in Aging

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Background and Objectives The population of older individuals in Africa is increasing, and in a rapid rate. While the numbers of these individuals increase, many African countries including Nigeria are devoid of state-sponsored welfare systems that addresses their well-being. This situation has placed the bulk of support on the family members including spouses. Studies have shown that spouses are considered to be veritable sources of support in later life. However, spousal death tends to reduce the perceived support including emotional support which usually occasions lower well-being, life dissatisfaction, and higher mortality rates. This study ascertains the impact of spirituality/religious participation on the emotional well-being of widowed older adults. Research Design and Methods The study was conducted in Enugu State, south-east Nigeria. The study implemented qualitative approach to collect data from 71 widowed older adults, aged 60 and above. The thematic analytical method was used to analyze the generated data. Results Participating in spiritual/religious activities like prayers; church programs/activities; reading, studying, and meditating on the word of God have enabled the widowed older adults to buffer some of the emotional challenges. Discussion and Implications Older adults should be encouraged to participate in spiritual and religious activities. Religious leaders should also make every effort to be organizing activities that will address the emotional needs of these individuals.

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