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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Long-term care facilities (LTCFs) can diminish social roles and networks for older adults.
  • This can lead to existential loneliness (EL), a profound sense of emptiness and lack of meaning.
  • EL research has predominantly focused on Western cultures, with limited understanding of Eastern cultural experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore and describe the experience and coping mechanisms of existential loneliness (EL) in Hong Kong Chinese and Swedish older adults residing in LTCFs.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative interpretive description study was employed.
  • Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 13 Chinese and 9 Swedish older adults in LTCFs.
  • Thematic analysis was used to analyze interview data.

Main Results:

  • A core theme of "overcoming EL" emerged, involving "Feeling EL" and "Self-Regulating."
  • Both Chinese and Swedish participants reported similar experiences with EL.
  • Coping involved reframing experiences and identifying new life meanings.

Conclusions:

  • Early and clear counseling support to help older adults find new meaning is recommended.
  • LTCFs should foster quality relationships and opportunities for reflection and enjoyable activities.
  • Interventions should support older adults in defining new meaning and purpose within their care setting.