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Published on: November 6, 2017
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Dementia care in India: a progress report.
1Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Government Medical College, Thrissur - 680596, Kerala, India, email drshajiks@sancharnet.in.
Summary
India
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Gerontology
- Public Health
Background:
- India's population aged 60+ was over 76 million in 2001, representing 7.4% of the total population.
- This demographic is projected to grow significantly in the coming decades.
- Regional variations in demographic aging exist, with higher proportions in areas with better health indicators.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the demographic trends of India's aging population.
- To highlight regional disparities in the aging process across India.
- To underscore the growing need for specialist services and caregiver support for the elderly, particularly those with disabilities.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 2001 census data.
- Examination of population statistics related to age distribution.
- Comparison of demographic aging rates across different Indian states and union territories.
Main Results:
- Significant variation in the rate of demographic aging across India was observed.
- Kerala had 10.5% of its population over 60, contrasting with Dadra and Nagarhaveli's 4%.
- Areas with better health indicators are aging faster, indicating a future demand for specialized services.
Conclusions:
- India's elderly population is rapidly increasing, with regional variations.
- The care of older adults with disabilities places substantial demands on caregivers.
- Dementia and Alzheimer's disease awareness is growing, yet dementia remains a hidden issue in impoverished, illiterate communities.
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