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| Quality of life demands comprehension and further exploration | | Author(s) | Astrid Bergland, Ingrid Narum |
| Journal title | Journal of Aging and Health, vol 19, no 1, February 2007 |
| Pages | pp 39-61 |
| Source | http://www.sagepublications.com |
| Keywords | Older women ; Attitude ; Quality of life ; Qualitative Studies ; Norway. |
| Annotation | The intention of this study was to elucidate what the concept "quality of life" means to older women. A multivariate approach based on 382 women living in Norway aged 75-93 showed that the participants were able to articulate what quality of life meant to them. Thinking about what makes a good quality of life, 82.3% mentioned the importance of good social functioning, 68.8% mentioned good health, 22.3% mentioned good economic circumstances, and 14.9% mentioned the importance of living in their own flat or house. Six categories were identified based on the women's descriptions: holism, relationships, activity and participation, pragmatic approach to health, belonging and social environment, and personal values. The lay perspective on quality of life is characterised by three qualities: preservation of continuity or sameness within change; power and empowerment; and the quest for meaning. (RH). |
| Accession Number | CPA-070205216 A |
| Classmark | BD: DP: F:59: 3DP: 76N |
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