Are senior citizens resources? A qualitative inquiry
Journal Title: Journal of Geriatric Care and Research - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: Due to lengthy lifespan of the people, population of senior citizens is increasing. The lengthy lifespan of senior citizens associates with varied experiences, skills, and knowledge. Aims: This study explores whether senior citizens are resources and why they are resources. Methods: A qualitative study was carried out using interviews and observations. Forty-three senior citizens were selected using a snowball sampling technique from Kolkata and nearby areas. Additionally, 22 young adults shared their opinions from same locations. Young adults’ views were considered to gauge whether those were congruent with the views of senior citizens. Results: Senior citizens perceive themselves as resources because they possess (a) positive behavioural traits, (b) intrapersonal and interpersonal abilities, and (c) wellness. The views are consistent with 21 young participants. Such similarity of views in two generations reaffirms the reasons. Conclusion: Senior citizens prefer to stay active for long span to become valuable for the family and society. They require support and opportunities from their families and societies to harness their abilities and change adverse perceptions about them.
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Samudyuti Ray, Damodar Suar, Susmita Mukhopadhyay
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