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1Department of Sociology and Social Work and Anthropology Department, Kuwait University, Kifan, Kuwait.
American Journal of Men'S Health
|July 7, 2020
Summary
For elderly Kuwaiti men aged 60+, having a living wife significantly improves social support and overall health. Losing a wife negatively impacts men's well-being, highlighting the crucial role of spousal support.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Social support is vital for elderly well-being.
- The loss of a spouse significantly impacts social support networks.
- Limited research exists on the specific impact of spousal loss on elderly men's health in Kuwait.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effect of losing a wife on the general health of elderly Kuwaiti men.
- To examine the association between marital status and social support among older men.
- To identify the role of a living wife as a determinant of health and well-being in elderly men.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 472 elderly Kuwaiti men (aged 60+).
- Data collected via questionnaires assessing sociocultural factors and social support (Religiosity, Social Support Scale, Contact Frequency, Relation Strength).
- Health assessed through self-reported health scales, Somatic Symptoms Inventory (SSI), blood pressure, and glucose levels. Statistical analysis included t-tests and regression using SPSS.
Main Results:
- Significant differences in social support and health were observed between elderly men with and without a living wife.
- Having a living wife was positively correlated with higher levels of social support and better health outcomes.
- A living wife emerged as a key factor in maintaining the health and well-being of elderly Kuwaiti men.
Conclusions:
- The presence of a wife is a critical determinant of social support and health for elderly men in Kuwait.
- Spousal loss represents a significant risk factor for diminished health and well-being in this population.
- Interventions aimed at enhancing social support for elderly men, particularly those who have lost their wives, are warranted.
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