Factors Influencing Mental Well-being Among Older Malaysians
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Mental well-being in older Malaysian adults is influenced by education, health, and social support. Factors like female gender, certain ethnicities, and limiting diseases negatively impact well-being, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.
Area Of Science
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Psychology
Background
- Older adults face increased risks for mental health challenges.
- Mental well-being is crucial for healthy aging.
Purpose Of The Study
- To identify factors affecting mental well-being in Malaysian older adults.
- To inform targeted interventions for improving geriatric mental health.
Main Methods
- Utilized data from the 2018-2019 Malaysia Ageing and Retirement Survey (n=2230).
- Assessed mental well-being using the World Health Organization-Five Well-Being Index (WHO-5).
- Employed linear regression analysis to determine significant influencing factors.
Main Results
- Lower well-being observed in women, Chinese, Indian, and other ethnicities compared to Malay men.
- Positive associations with well-being included secondary/tertiary education, good/moderate health status, family/friend support, social participation, and functional ability.
- Diseases limiting activities were linked to poorer mental well-being.
Conclusions
- Mental well-being among Malaysian older adults is multifactorial.
- Interventions should address socioeconomic, health, and social support aspects.
- Tailored strategies are essential to enhance mental health in this demographic.
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