Perceptions of Successful Ageing Among Iranian Elders

Zanjari, Nasibeh; Sani, Maryam Sharifian; Chavoshi, Meimanat Hosseini; Rafiey, Hassan; Shahboulaghi, Farahnaz Mohammadi

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“…We conceptualized SA with a directed content analysis approach. We explored SA dimensions through an integrative review and qualitative study of 64 older adults on their perceptions of SA [22,23]. Qualitative data analysis indicated 16 sub-categories of SA.…”

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Development and Validation of Successful Aging Instrument

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Successful aging is an interdisciplinary concept. Despite the great body of literature on successful aging, few studies have focused on its subjective and multidimensional measurements. Thus, the present study aimed to develop an instrument to measure selfperceived successful aging. Methods: We used a mixed method approach. The successful aging dimensions were explored through an integrative review and qualitative study among 64 older adults. Based on the obtained qualitative data, initial item pool was designed and its content validity was evaluated. A quantitative survey among 600 older adults and exploratory factor analysis was applied to test the structural validity of the instrument. Results: The EFA results indicated that the instrument loaded into seven factors; "psychological well-being", "social support", "financial and environmental security", "spirituality", "physical and mental health", "functional health", and "health-related behavior". In addition, the instrument had a high degree of reliability coefficients. Discussion: The obtained results indicated methods of measuring successful aging, as well as the importance of generating social policy in the area of aging well; researchers should consider all dimensions of successful aging at individual and social levels.

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“…Functional independence in the ability to perform daily activities and has been examined in various studies [21][22][23]. Functional independence indicates good physical health and healthy aging [8].…”

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“…Various studies have highlighted the importance of spirituality as having faith in God and spirituality has a supportive role in life's challenges and problems [19]. Other studies in Iran, [21] [31], show that spiritual health in Iranian elderly people is one of the main dimensions of health in the aging period which is related to the religious beliefs of the elderly and also Iranian elderly people view spirituality as an important part of their lives and have expressed their relationship with God and prayer as facilitating peace of mind and problem solving.…”

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Perspectives on Healthy Aging in Middle Age: a qualitative study

Solhi

Pirouzeh

Zanjari

2020

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Background: How to deal with the phenomenon of population aging is influenced by the way we on aging. Understanding how middle-aged people perceive healthy aging and what they need to do to stay healthy as they age can help public policy planning to enhance the lifestyles of middle-aged and elderly people. The purpose of this study was to clarify the concept of healthy aging and look at strategies to achieve it from the perspective of middle aged people in Tehran.Methods: This study was conducted on 21 Iranian middle-aged people aged 45-59 years old with a qualitative approach and content analysis method. Sampling was carried out gradually until data saturation through purposive sampling was achieved.Results: From the perspective of the participants, healthy aging is being physically healthy, having good mental health, financial welfare, and social support. From the perspective the subjects studied, financial planning for the future, promoting physical health, promoting psychological health, and maintaining and improving relationships are strategies needed to achieve healthy aging.Discussion: From the point of view of middle-aged people in the studied population healthy aging is affected by the economic status and the role of financial factors on health is specifically emphasized.The effort put in by middle-aged people to prepare for physical, mental, social, spiritual, and financial aspects in life can lead to a better experience when aging. In addition to personal preparation of middle-aged people for their future, given the importance of the financial aspect in Iranian society, support of the public sector is important to create a suitable environment for the aging population.

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“…Perception of aging was different among individuals. "Society, culture and individual characteristics and capabilities shape the meaning of successful aging independently" [29]. As result of aging, APNs encountered different experiences that improved their practice and enhanced their knowledge.…”

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Lived-knowledge: A Concept Analysis

Mwangi¹,

Allen²,

Sell³

2018

Int J Nurs Clin Pract

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An individual's thought processes and decision making are guided by the information learned from the time of birth until death. The various experiences and education received throughout a lifetime along with genetic predisposition contribute to the development of a person's knowledge. The knowledge acquired from different sources throughout the lifespan merge to create an individual's lived-knowledge. Lived-knowledge plays an important role in establishing the attitudes, decision making, values, beliefs, and other thought processes that make an individual unique. Consequently, lived-knowledge not only influences the personal life of an individual, but it also affects the person's professional practice as well. For example, the success of the advanced practice nurse (APN) is dependent on the effectiveness of clinical skills and decision making developed from formal education. Additionally, APNs must incorporate past experiences as a means to building a positive rapport and identifying with their patients, making, lived-knowledge crucial to the development and success of APN practice. A concept analysis of lived knowledge utilizing Walker and Avant's eight step methodology was conducted to clarify the meaning of the concept lived-experience in the context of the APN.

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Perceptions of Successful Ageing Among Iranian Elders

Cited by 27 publications

References 34 publications

Development and Validation of Successful Aging Instrument

Development and Validation of Successful Aging Instrument

Perspectives on Healthy Aging in Middle Age: a qualitative study

Lived-knowledge: A Concept Analysis

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