Handbook of Research on Policies, Protocols, and Practices for Social Work in the Digital World, 2021
In the 21st century, the aging population is one of the triumphs of humankind. The aging populati... more In the 21st century, the aging population is one of the triumphs of humankind. The aging population is now conquering not only developed nations but developing nations too. The inclusion of challenges and problems of the elderly has now been increased, especially for elderly women. It is high time to focus on this vulnerable section, which has been ignored for an extended time. Despite such development of technology, medicines, facilities, and modernization, this weaker section still lay back. Their health and mental status depend on the overall level of care given by their family members and society. Elderly women are facing more health problems than men. Most of them are suffering from chronic diseases. Loneliness is a common psychological problem among all women. The preponderance of widows over widowers among the elderly is a grave issue. Very few of them are taking medical care from medical and non-medical institutions. This chapter explores the physical and mental challenges o...
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community or institutions. A paper published after 2000 to 2019 was
found using the keywords: elder abuse in India, elderly problems, elder
mistreatment, abuse against the elder, physical and social abuse of elderly. The literature relevant to the concerned study was reviewed published and peerreviewed journals written in the English language. The researcher also outlook on the latest international and national reports like WHO Report, HelpAge India Report, etc. Elderly abuse results in depression, isolation, injury, neglect, and even death. There were very few empirical studies on elder abuse in India. This vulnerable group needs special attention for their protection and securing their life and well-being. It is an alarming state of public health priority. There should
be an urgent need to modify social attitudes, set up separate administration for elderly peoples to report the cases. Social workers, medical workers, and gerontologists, and other administrators work in collaboration for quick and strong implementation of effective practices for them.
Books by Sameen Rafi
(OAH),etc.
The health needs and related problems of elderly people cannot be viewed in isolation. There is a wide gamut of determinants such as social concerns, ill treatment towards elderly, food and nutritional requirements, economic constraints, health care systems etc. The proportion of the population aged 60 years or more has been increasing consistently over the last century, particularly after 1951. According to official population projections, the number of elderly persons will rise to approximately 140 million by 2021. As a development concern, the projected increase of the elderly population in India may pose mounting pressures on various socioeconomic fronts. Also, elderly population faces a myriad of challenges - social, physical, psychological and economic which are unique to them.
Intergenerational practice has emerged as one general approach for bringing young people into closer contact with others in their community. There is a large range of outcomes from inter generational practice for young people, old people and the broader community. For
individuals, these included increases in self-worth, less loneliness and isolation, new connections and friendships, academic improvements and more positive perceptions of other generations. In this context, the book titled on “Elderly Well being and Inter-generational Bonding” complied as an edited volume of consists of various academicians, researchers and practitioners which will with a special focus of involving inter-general bonding. Prevention and control of health problems of elderly necessitates a multifaceted approach incorporating active collaboration of health, social welfare, rural/urban development and legal sectors. Provision of quality assured health-care services for the elderly population is a challenge that requires joint approach and innovative strategies. Failure to address the needs of elderly today could develop into a costly problem tomorrow for the entire society at large.
community or institutions. A paper published after 2000 to 2019 was
found using the keywords: elder abuse in India, elderly problems, elder
mistreatment, abuse against the elder, physical and social abuse of elderly. The literature relevant to the concerned study was reviewed published and peerreviewed journals written in the English language. The researcher also outlook on the latest international and national reports like WHO Report, HelpAge India Report, etc. Elderly abuse results in depression, isolation, injury, neglect, and even death. There were very few empirical studies on elder abuse in India. This vulnerable group needs special attention for their protection and securing their life and well-being. It is an alarming state of public health priority. There should
be an urgent need to modify social attitudes, set up separate administration for elderly peoples to report the cases. Social workers, medical workers, and gerontologists, and other administrators work in collaboration for quick and strong implementation of effective practices for them.
(OAH),etc.
The health needs and related problems of elderly people cannot be viewed in isolation. There is a wide gamut of determinants such as social concerns, ill treatment towards elderly, food and nutritional requirements, economic constraints, health care systems etc. The proportion of the population aged 60 years or more has been increasing consistently over the last century, particularly after 1951. According to official population projections, the number of elderly persons will rise to approximately 140 million by 2021. As a development concern, the projected increase of the elderly population in India may pose mounting pressures on various socioeconomic fronts. Also, elderly population faces a myriad of challenges - social, physical, psychological and economic which are unique to them.
Intergenerational practice has emerged as one general approach for bringing young people into closer contact with others in their community. There is a large range of outcomes from inter generational practice for young people, old people and the broader community. For
individuals, these included increases in self-worth, less loneliness and isolation, new connections and friendships, academic improvements and more positive perceptions of other generations. In this context, the book titled on “Elderly Well being and Inter-generational Bonding” complied as an edited volume of consists of various academicians, researchers and practitioners which will with a special focus of involving inter-general bonding. Prevention and control of health problems of elderly necessitates a multifaceted approach incorporating active collaboration of health, social welfare, rural/urban development and legal sectors. Provision of quality assured health-care services for the elderly population is a challenge that requires joint approach and innovative strategies. Failure to address the needs of elderly today could develop into a costly problem tomorrow for the entire society at large.