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[Concept analysis of "Gojo" (mutual help)]
Kai Ito1, Atsuko Taguchi1, Atsushi Matsunaga1
1Division of Health Sciences, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine.
Summary
Gojo, or mutual help among residents, is redefined as supportive interaction driven by empathy and a desire to assist. Developing Gojo requires fostering resident sympathy, understanding mutual benefits, and establishing public support systems within community care.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and Community Health
- Social Sciences and Public Policy
Background:
- Japan's aging society, accelerated by long-term care insurance since 2000, highlights the growing importance of resident mutual help (Gojo).
- Understanding and developing Gojo within integrated community care systems is crucial for supporting an aging population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To redefine the concept of Gojo (mutual help) among residents in the context of contemporary community care.
- To explore strategies for enhancing and developing Gojo within integrated community care systems.
Main Methods:
- Utilized Rodger's evolutionary concept analysis on 32 selected documents from 2000-2016.
- Conducted a qualitative analysis of Gojo's attributes, antecedents, and consequences.
- Keyword research performed on Japan Medical Abstracts Society (Ichushi Web) and CiNii Articles databases using the term "Gojo/TA".
Main Results:
- Gojo is characterized by empathy towards residents' support needs, awareness of mutual support efforts, and interaction among residents providing daily assistance.
- Antecedents include the need for support beyond self-help or governmental aid, resident interchange, shared needs, and resident-led support systems.
- Consequences encompass solutions for daily support needs, promotion of self-help, enhanced life purpose, and encouragement of social exchange.
Conclusions:
- Gojo is defined as the interaction among local residents who support each other's daily needs, driven by empathy and a desire to help.
- Expanding Gojo necessitates resident sympathy, understanding the benefits of mutual support, and establishing a public support system, even if resident-led.
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