Successful Aging and Self-Neglect in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Esma Nur Sert, Aysegul Ilgaz
Primary Institution: Faculty of Nursing Akdeniz University
Hypothesis
Self-neglect of older people is more likely to be associated with successful aging.
Conclusion
Older people have low successful aging and self-neglect scores, and successful aging is better at a young age, in the presence of psychosocial support, and a low level of self-neglect.
Supporting Evidence
- A strong positive correlation was found between successful aging score and self-neglect score (r = 0.741, p < 0.001).
- Factors affecting successful aging included age, psychosocial support, and self-neglect level.
Takeaway
This study found that older people who take care of themselves and have support from others tend to age better.
Methodology
This cross-sectional study used questionnaires and scales to assess successful aging and self-neglect among 316 participants aged 60 and older.
Limitations
Data were collected during the pandemic, and the study was limited to one Family Health Center.
Participant Demographics
{"mean_age":67.5,"percentage_female":55.4,"education_level":{"secondary_or_higher":57.6,"primary_or_less":42.4},"marital_status":{"married":63.6,"single":36.4},"working_status":{"not_working":30.7,"working":42.7,"retired":57.3}}
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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