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High Social Support System among Elderly in a Hilly District: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study
1Pokhara Nursing Campus, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University, Pokhara, Kaski, Nepal.
JNMA; Journal of the Nepal Medical Association
|January 27, 2023
Summary
High social support is prevalent among the elderly in a hilly district of Nepal, with 71.48% reporting strong support systems. This finding highlights the importance of social support for the well-being of older adults.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Social support is crucial for elderly health, offering positive experiences and coping mechanisms.
- Understanding the prevalence of social support systems is vital for the well-being of older adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of high social support systems among the elderly in a hilly district of Nepal.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among individuals aged 60 years and above.
- Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using a structured questionnaire.
- Convenience sampling was employed, with a sample size of 263 elderly individuals.
Main Results:
- A high social support system was reported by 188 (71.48%) of the elderly participants.
- The 95% Confidence Interval for high social support was calculated as 66.02-76.94%.
Conclusions:
- The prevalence of high social support among the elderly in this hilly district is notably high.
- Findings suggest a robust social support network exists within this elderly population, potentially contributing to better health outcomes.
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