Patterns of Elder Caregiving Among Nigerians: An Integrative Review
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Elder caregiving in Nigeria is complex, influenced by cultural norms, gender roles, and economic pressures. Understanding these factors is crucial for developing effective support systems for caregivers and improving elder care services.
Area Of Science
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background
- Demographic shifts and household changes in Nigeria are altering traditional elder caregiving dynamics.
- Understanding the evolving patterns and determinants of elder caregiving is essential for policy and practice.
Purpose Of The Study
- To synthesize patterns of elder caregiving in Nigeria.
- To explore caregiver roles, responsibilities, challenges, and support needs.
- To examine the influence of cultural, familial, economic, psychosocial, and policy factors.
Main Methods
- Integrative review of peer-reviewed articles published between 1991 and 2022.
- Searches conducted across multiple academic databases (Academic Search Complete, CINAHL, PubMed, PsycINFO, Medline).
- Thematic synthesis guided by an intersectional conceptual framework.
Main Results
- Six overarching themes emerged: cultural influences, gender differences, family dynamics, economic factors, caregiver challenges, and government policies.
- Elder caregiving is a multidimensional process shaped by intersecting gender, class, and social location.
- Caregiving roles significantly impact economic strain and emotional well-being.
Conclusions
- Elder caregiving in Nigeria is multifaceted, influenced by intersecting gendered, cultural, and economic forces.
- Policy and practice should prioritize caregiver support, accessible geriatric services, and gender-sensitive interventions.
- Future research should address gaps in transnational and multilingual evidence.
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