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[Gender differences in the elderly]
Maria do Livramento Fortes Figueiredo1, Maria Antonieta Rubio Tyrrel, Cecília Maria R Gonçalves de Carvalho
1Departamento de Enfermagem da UFPI, Teresina, PI. liff@ufpi.br
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|November 29, 2007
Summary
Gender significantly impacts health and quality of life in older adults. Men experience lower self-esteem, while women gain autonomy and engage in lifelong learning during aging.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Context:
- Investigates the intersection of gender, aging, and quality of life.
- Focuses on the experiences of 20 seniors participating in the Programa Terceira Idade em Ação-PTIA.
- Utilizes qualitative methodology with semi-structured interviews for in-depth understanding.
Purpose:
- To explore gender-specific issues affecting health and life quality in the elderly.
- To identify how aging influences men's and women's perceptions and experiences.
- To understand the role of social programs in the lives of older adults.
Summary:
- Qualitative analysis revealed distinct gendered experiences in aging.
- Older men reported lower self-esteem, while older women demonstrated increased autonomy and freedom.
- Learning and engagement were observed among senior women in the program.
Impact:
- Highlights the influence of gender on health outcomes and life satisfaction in aging populations.
- Informs targeted interventions to support the well-being of elderly men and women.
- Emphasizes the importance of social engagement and autonomy for healthy aging.
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