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Solidão na velhice e relações entre avós e netos: um estudo através da metodologia photovoice
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Abstract(s)
A solidão é, frequentemente, descrita como a privação de contacto social ou a falta
de pessoas disponíveis para partilhar experiências, tanto emocionais como sociais.
Estima-se que cerca de 26% dos adultos mais velhos sintam solidão, muitas vezes devido
a mudanças e perdas nas redes sociais. A solidão tem um impacto significativo na saúde
mental e física dos adultos mais velhos, estando associada à depressão, ansiedade,
declínio cognitivo, problemas de sono e comportamentos menos saudáveis. O aumento
da longevidade permite que as gerações mais velhas mantenham relações mais
prolongadas com as gerações mais novas. As relações intergeracionais, incluindo as
relações entre avós e netos, têm mostrado benefícios na redução da solidão, melhorando
a saúde mental e física, e aumentando a sensação de controlo e propósito de vida. Este
estudo teve como objetivos: (1) analisar o conceito de solidão na perspetiva dos adultos
mais velhos, (2) caracterizar a sua perspetiva sobre as relações entre avós e netos, (3)
analisar a perceção dos adultos mais velhos sobre o impacto das relações intergeracionais
na solidão e (4) explorar como é que os mais velhos consideram que os netos e os mais
novos podem ajudar a reduzir a solidão.
Neste estudo foi utilizada a metodologia Photovoice, uma abordagem de
investigação-ação, com 16 participantes, estudantes da Academia Sénior da Covilhã, com
idades compreendidas entre os 60 e 80 anos.
A análise dos resultados indica que os participantes consideram, como principais
causas de solidão, a ausência de pessoas significativas e de relacionamentos
interpessoais. A noite foi considerada como o período em que a solidão é mais intensa e
foram apontadas como consequências negativas desta o aumento de doenças físicas e
mentais, o risco de morte prematura e o risco de suicídio. As relações intergeracionais
foram vistas como um fator protetor face à solidão, pois promovem a aprendizagem
mútua e o bem-estar emocional.
Este estudo reforça a importância de se compreender a complexidade da
experiência psicológica de solidão na velhice e a necessidade de estratégias de
intervenção que promovam relações sociais significativas e um envelhecimento ativo e
saudável. As relações intergeracionais, especialmente entre avós e netos, são
apresentadas como um fator protetor face à solidão, melhorando o bem-estar e a
qualidade de vida dos adultos mais velhos.
Loneliness is frequently described as the deprivation of social contact or the lack of individuals available to share experiences, both emotional and social. It is estimated that approximately 26% of older adults experience loneliness, often as consequence to changes and losses within social networks. Loneliness has a profound impact on the mental and physical health of older adults, being associated with depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, sleep disturbances, and unhealthy behaviors. Increased longevity enables older generations to sustain prolonged relationships with younger generations. Intergenerational relationships, particularly those between grandparents and grandchildren, have been shown to yield significant benefits in reducing loneliness, enhancing mental and physical health, and fostering a greater sense of control and purpose in life. The present study aimed to: (1) analyze the concept of loneliness from the perspective of older adults, (2) characterize their views on grandparent-grandchild relationships, (3) analyze older adults' perceptions of the impact of intergenerational relationships on loneliness and (4) explore how older adults believe that grandchildren and younger individuals can contribute to reducing loneliness. This study employed the Photovoice methodology, a participatory action research approach, with 16 participants, students of the Senior Academy of Covilhã, aged between 60 and 80 years. The analysis of the results indicates that the participants identified the absence of significant people and interpersonal relationships to be the primary causes of loneliness. Nighttime was considered as the period during which loneliness is most intensely experienced. Furthermore, the negative consequences of loneliness included an increase prevalence of physical and mental illness, a heightened risk of premature death and an elevated risk of suicide. Intergenerational relationships were perceived as a protective factor against loneliness, as they facilitate mutual learning and promote emotional well-being. This study reinforces the importance of comprehending the complexity of the psychological experience of loneliness in old age and the necessity of intervention strategies that foster meaningful social relationships and promote active and healthy ageing. Intergenerational relationships, particularly those between grandparents and grandchildren, are highlighted as a crucial protective factor against loneliness, contributing to improved well-being and quality of life for older adults.
Loneliness is frequently described as the deprivation of social contact or the lack of individuals available to share experiences, both emotional and social. It is estimated that approximately 26% of older adults experience loneliness, often as consequence to changes and losses within social networks. Loneliness has a profound impact on the mental and physical health of older adults, being associated with depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, sleep disturbances, and unhealthy behaviors. Increased longevity enables older generations to sustain prolonged relationships with younger generations. Intergenerational relationships, particularly those between grandparents and grandchildren, have been shown to yield significant benefits in reducing loneliness, enhancing mental and physical health, and fostering a greater sense of control and purpose in life. The present study aimed to: (1) analyze the concept of loneliness from the perspective of older adults, (2) characterize their views on grandparent-grandchild relationships, (3) analyze older adults' perceptions of the impact of intergenerational relationships on loneliness and (4) explore how older adults believe that grandchildren and younger individuals can contribute to reducing loneliness. This study employed the Photovoice methodology, a participatory action research approach, with 16 participants, students of the Senior Academy of Covilhã, aged between 60 and 80 years. The analysis of the results indicates that the participants identified the absence of significant people and interpersonal relationships to be the primary causes of loneliness. Nighttime was considered as the period during which loneliness is most intensely experienced. Furthermore, the negative consequences of loneliness included an increase prevalence of physical and mental illness, a heightened risk of premature death and an elevated risk of suicide. Intergenerational relationships were perceived as a protective factor against loneliness, as they facilitate mutual learning and promote emotional well-being. This study reinforces the importance of comprehending the complexity of the psychological experience of loneliness in old age and the necessity of intervention strategies that foster meaningful social relationships and promote active and healthy ageing. Intergenerational relationships, particularly those between grandparents and grandchildren, are highlighted as a crucial protective factor against loneliness, contributing to improved well-being and quality of life for older adults.
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Avós Envelhecimento Netos Photovoice. Solidão