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JOURNAL OF APPLIED GERONTOLOGY
卷 41, 期 10, 页码 2205-2213出版社
SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC
DOI: 10.1177/07334648221105062
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COVID-19; transitions; well-being; social support; health
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The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in increased social isolation and reduced participation in older adults. This longitudinal qualitative study examined the experiences of adults aged 65+ through a series of four semi-structured interviews. The findings revealed that older adults went through a process of struggling, adapting, and appreciating during the pandemic. Engagement in meaningful activities and high-quality social interactions were crucial for promoting well-being in older adults, emphasizing the need for policies and services to support engagement during global crises.
The COVID-19 pandemic restrictions have been associated with increased social isolation and reduced participation in older adults. This longitudinal qualitative study drew on life course theory to analyse data from a series of four sequential semi-structured interviews conducted between May 2020-February 2021 with adults aged 65+ (n = 12) to explore older adults' experiences adjusting to the COVID-19 pandemic. We identified three themes: (1) Struggling 'You realize how much you lost' describes how older adults lost freedoms, social connections and activities; (2) Adapting 'whatever happens, happens, I'll do my best', revealing how older adults tried to maintain well-being, participation and connection; and (3) Appreciating 'enjoy what you have', exploring how older adults found pleasure and contentment. Engagement in meaningful activities and high-quality social interactions supported well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic for older adults. This finding highlights the need for policies and services to promote engagement during longstanding global crises.
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