The Influence of Loneliness and Living Alone on the Quality of Life of the Elderly: Evidence from Europe
Europe‘s aging population is increasing, affecting various sectors, including the healthcare system, labor market, and public services. Loneliness among the elderly has become a significant concern, especially post-COVID-19. This thesis explores the relationship between living alone, loneliness, and...
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2023
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| الوصول للمادة أونلاين: | https://depot.sorbonne.ae/handle/20.500.12458/1573 |
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| الملخص: | Europe‘s aging population is increasing, affecting various sectors, including the healthcare system, labor market, and public services. Loneliness among the elderly has become a significant concern, especially post-COVID-19. This thesis explores the relationship between living alone, loneliness, and quality of life (QoL) in elderly Europeans. This research indicates a positive correlation between living alone and loneliness, with a greater effect on males, and identifies loneliness as an independent factor decreasing QoL. The study also uncovers the complex impact living alone has on QoL, underscoring that the feeling of loneliness is detrimental to well-being, not merely the fact of living alone. Concluding with policy recommendations emphasizing continuous evaluation and collaboration, this thesis highlights the need for targeted strategies to understand and alleviate loneliness among Europe’s elderly while acknowledging cultural diversity and gender differences. |
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