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Yagoub Y Al-Kandari1, Douglas E Crews2

  • 1*Department of Sociology and Social Work and Anthropology,Kuwait University,Kuwait.

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Social support and family connections positively impact health in elderly Kuwaitis, reducing somatic symptoms and blood pressure. These factors are crucial for maintaining well-being in older adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Aging populations globally present challenges for healthcare systems.
  • Understanding health determinants in elderly populations is crucial for targeted interventions.
  • Limited research exists on the health status and social support of elderly Kuwaitis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate health differences in Kuwaiti elderly men and women across age groups (60-69, 70-79, 80+).
  • To examine the relationship between social support, somatic symptoms, and blood pressure in this demographic.
  • To identify key social factors influencing health outcomes in older Kuwaiti adults.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study of 1427 Kuwaiti adults aged 60+.
  • Data collected via home interviews and questionnaires (2008-2009).
  • Measures included Social Support Scale, Frequency of Contact Scale, Strength of Relations, Somatic Symptoms Inventory, self-rated health, and blood pressure measurements.

Main Results:

  • Self-rated health and recent health status varied significantly across age groups.
  • Glycaemia levels differed significantly among the three age categories.
  • Older respondents had higher systolic and diastolic blood pressure; no significant gender differences were found.
  • Somatic symptoms did not differ significantly across age groups.
  • Stronger relationships, more frequent contact, social support, and cohabiting children were linked to fewer somatic symptoms.
  • Relationship strength, contact frequency, and having children correlated with lower blood pressure.

Conclusions:

  • Social support, relationship quality, and family structure significantly influence somatic symptoms and blood pressure in elderly Kuwaitis.
  • Perceived social support, kin relationships, and contact frequency are vital for modulating health in older adults.
  • Findings highlight the importance of social integration for healthy aging in the Kuwaiti context.