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Study on the lived experience of aging.

Kyung Rim Shin1, Mi Young Kim, Young Hye Kim

  • 1College of Nursing Science, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea. krshin@ewha.ac.kr

Nursing & Health Sciences
|November 19, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Aging in South Korea involves recognizing bodily changes and accepting limitations. Despite challenges, adults find harmony and hope, focusing on family and a respectable life as they age.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Sociology
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Understanding the diverse experiences of aging is crucial for developing targeted support.
  • The aging process is influenced by cultural and societal factors, particularly in rapidly developing nations like South Korea.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the lived experiences of aging in adults aged 40-80 in Seoul, South Korea.
  • To identify age-related differences in how individuals perceive and navigate the aging process.

Main Methods:

  • Phenomenological analysis was employed to identify key themes in aging experiences.
  • Qualitative data was gathered from adults aged 40-80 residing in Seoul.

Main Results:

  • Five major categories of aging experiences emerged: bodily changes, negative aging perceptions, acceptance of limitations, nostalgia/hope, and sustaining life through harmony.
  • Participants recognized physical changes, with those in their 60s explicitly acknowledging aging and its associated health challenges.
  • A strong sense of responsibility towards children and a pursuit of a traditional, family-oriented life were prominent, alongside acceptance of death as natural.

Conclusions:

  • Aging in South Korea is characterized by a complex interplay of physical decline, emotional acceptance, and a deep commitment to family values.
  • The findings provide a foundation for future research aimed at developing culturally relevant health promotion interventions for older adults in South Korea.

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