NOMADIC GERONTOLOGY: AGING AS A NOMAD IN MONGOLIA
2024

Aging as a Nomad in Mongolia

Sample size: 32 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Ng Reuben, Indran Nicole

Primary Institution: National University of Singapore

Hypothesis

How do older nomads in Mongolia navigate the challenges of aging while maintaining their nomadic lifestyle?

Conclusion

The study highlights the unique challenges faced by older nomads in Mongolia, emphasizing the need for further research and policy support.

Supporting Evidence

  • Older nomads in Mongolia face health challenges due to aging and climate change.
  • They have a strong desire to preserve their cultural heritage.
  • They often experience neglect and discrimination.

Takeaway

This study talks about older people who move around a lot in Mongolia and how they deal with getting older while living this way.

Methodology

Thematic analysis of interviews with older Mongolian nomads.

Limitations

The study focuses on a specific group and may not represent all older nomads.

Participant Demographics

Average age of participants was 65.3 years.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.0419

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