Analyzing the Influence of Health-Related Factors on Quality of Life among Elderly Populations
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Quality of life (QoL), Elderly Populations, Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANOVA), Physical and Mental Health, Multiple regression AnalysisAbstract
The impact of health-related issues on elder individuals' quality of life (QoL) is examined, and understanding the factors influencing older people's well-being is crucial as the world's population ages. Research looks at social, mental, and physical health indicators and how it affect various aspects of QoL, such as social interaction, emotional stability, and physical functioning. Standardized health evaluations and structured interviews were used to gather information from a sample of 850 senior citizens. The data include chronic illnesses, mobility issues, cognitive decline, physical health, and mental health conditions (anxiety and depression), which are important health-related considerations taken into account. Community involvement and social support systems were also assessed in connection with QoL. The IBM SPSS software version of 30 was utilized. The descriptive statistics were implemented to connect the participant characteristics, multiple regression analysis was employed to ascertain the fostering power of health-related factors on QoL, and multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) was utilized to estimate the overall effect of health-related factors on several QoL dimensions. The findings show that whereas cognitive impairments are substantially associated with decreased social engagement and overall life satisfaction, health issues and mobility limits considerably impact physical and emotional well-being. To improve elder people's QoL, these findings highlight the necessity of comprehensive healthcare strategies that address social, emotional, and physical well-being. Further research should explore interventions aimed at minimizing the impact of health-related factors on QoL in elderly populations.
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