Yaşlılarda Yaşam Kalitesini Etkileyen Faktörler: Bir Taşra Örneği

Abstract

The aim of this study is to determine the quality of life (QOL) of the elderly living in Eldivan district of Çankırı, to reveal the effects of economic, health, social data and nutritional habits of the elderly on their QOL. A total of 180 elderly individuals living in the district and selected by random sampling method were included in the study, which was carried out through face-to-face interviews. In the study carried out in September-October 2020, Elderly Information Form, Katz Daily Living Activities Scale and CASP-19 Elderly Quality of Life Scale Turkey Version (CASP-13) were used. Statistically significant results affecting QOL were obtained by using comparison tests of univariate group rank values over CASP-13 scores.
 In the study, the mean CASP-13 scale score was 27.21 ± 8.40 and the median was 29 (3-39). The QOL was high in the elderly who were male, had a high education level, had social security, had a regular salary and an additional source of income, and could use their income for themselves. The QOL was low in the elderly with chronic disease and pain, using a cane and incontinence. The QOL was higher in the elderly who were able to sleep, were satisfied with the quality of sleep, walked regularly, had a good appetite, and could consume meat, fish or chicken. As a result, it was suggested that elderly-friendly policies should be produced that support the elderly in terms of health, social and economic aspects in rural conditions.

Assessment of frailty, daily life activities, and nutrition of elderly immigrants: A household based cross-sectional study

“…Conditions such as social, economic, and the presence of chronic diseases affect the ability of the elderly to perform daily living activities and their quality of life. [21] Particularly, having the physical and cognitive capacity to sustain daily life independently in advanced age is of great importance as the ultimate health goal. [7] It is noteworthy that the majority of immigrants in the research group can sustain their daily lives independently despite suffering from various chronic health problems.…”

“…[14,[16][17][18] The decrease in biopsychosocial functional capacity and loss of abilities in the elderly result in a higher incidence of chronic health problems (hypertension, diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, stroke, depression), increased dependency on social and psychological support, and the need for the assistance of others. [19,20] Physiological and psychosocial changes in old age, along with resulting issues, impact individuals' quality of life, [21] increase the risk of illness and death, and impose a significant societal cost from a social and economic perspective. [1,22,23] In the modern concept of healthy aging, it's not only about protecting individuals from disease and disability but also enabling them to lead long and independent lives by utilizing their physical and mental capacities, and fulfilling social functions.…”

Effect of Aquatic Exercises on Strength and Quality of Life in Sarcopenia Older Individuals

“…Ageing is an inevitable life stage that will be experienced in line with the social determinants of societies, unless there are premature deaths due to genetic diseases, accidents or any other reason (9). It is described as a period known as the last phase of human life, following development and maturation, where the interaction between the genetic structure and the environment is seen at the highest level, physiological and psychological changes occur, losses, chronic diseases and collapse (25,10).…”

65 Yaş ve Üstü Bireylerin Yaşam Kalitesini Etkileyen Değişkenlerin Çoklu Regresyon Analizi ile Belirlenmesi

“…Eğitim düzeyi değişkenine göre yapılan analiz sonucunda yaşlıların yaşam kalitesi düzeyinde istatistiksel olarak anlamlı farklılıklar eğitim seviyesi yüksek olanların lehine değer kazanmıştır. Literatürle uyumlu olarak ilkokul, lise ve üniversite mezunu olarak yapılan değerlendirmede eğitim seviyesine paralel olarak yaşam kalitesi düzeyinde artış olduğu görülmüştür (Arslantaş vd., 2006;Değer ve Ordu, 2022;İnal vd., 2003). Daha yüksek eğitim düzeyine sahip bireyler genellikle daha iyi iş fırsatlarına erişim sağlayabilirler, daha yüksek gelir elde edebilirler ve daha sağlıklı yaşam tarzları benimseyebilirler.…”