Older people who participated in the study described quality of life as being healthy, having peace, living in harmony, feeling happy and satisfied. One of the indicators that reflects well the condition of older people is the quality of life index. According to the WHO, quality of life is the perception of one's own life situation in the context of cultural conditions, the value system and in relation to a person's objectives, norms and interests. Age, gender, health status and cultural factors are important factors that influence people's perception of quality of life.
While older people's quality of life declines as they age, other factors also contribute to this decline. Most older people have chronic illnesses and receive ongoing treatment, which can affect their quality of life. Therefore, knowledge about the quality of life of older people is essential for optimal care and support interventions (. Studies have shown that older people with a sense of purpose are less susceptible to cognitive decline, heart attacks, and strokes, and may even live longer.
Why? Because they are more likely to take better care of themselves through physical activity and are less susceptible to overwhelming stress. Learning new things and keeping your mind stimulated improves brain health. And physical activity has been shown to delay or even improve physical disability. A comprehensive analysis of the scientific literature allows us to conclude that the perception of quality of life and active participation in its improvement are very individual and vary according to different age groups.
Since the concept of quality of life encompasses several areas of life, older adults perceive aging processes and their impact on quality of life, especially when faced with health problems and deterioration of physical function. Conducting quality of life studies that evaluate various aspects of the lives of older adults could help identify key interventions by which older adults can improve their quality of life through commitment. Quality of life is a very abstract and multifaceted concept influenced by time and place, and although it has objective dimensions and depends on external, mental and internal conditions, it also depends on the individual's perception of their life situation. Thadathil SE, Jose R, Varghese S (201) Evaluation of quality of life by domain among the elderly population using the WHO-BREF scale and its determinants in a rural environment in Kerala.
Another part of the research, which is qualitative, focused on the reflection of research participants (adults) on the quality of life areas evaluated in the first part of the research. Economic and social development, medical advances, decreased fertility rates and increased life expectancy have caused significant changes in the structure of the world's population in recent years. Quality of life is a broader concept of subjective and contextual evaluation that describes a person's personal, social, physical and psychological life experience. This shows that older adults lack knowledge or are simply not motivated enough to actively participate in improving their personal quality of life.
Most quality-of-life research addresses certain problems of older people who have special illnesses, health problems, and disorders. However, the lack of specificity limited opportunities to apply accumulated knowledge to improve quality of life and learn from reflection on experiences and sensations. Even moderate exercise not only builds and maintains physical abilities, but it also builds pride, confidence, and a greater sense of independence, all of which are vital to having a positive outlook on life. This indicates that a multifaceted perspective on quality of life is required, moving away from single-domain approaches that focus solely on unique areas of life (p.
Full research data reveals that, when describing key actions to improve quality of life, general statements predominate, which do not guarantee clear opportunities for change. Older adults indicated that they want to feel calm, happy, worry-free, in harmony with life and peace of mind. A healthy lifestyle, such as balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, stress management and social participation, can contribute to healthier aging, improved overall well-being and improved quality of life in old age. Risk factors related to fall awareness and quality of life among ethnic minority older adults in Northern Thailand. After identifying the main measures of quality of life, the first steps that the research participants intend to take were highlighted (Table.
The author emphasizes in his research that during this period, people were inclined to teach others, philosophize, and sometimes even exaggerate because they had accumulated a large amount of knowledge and extensive experience of life.
