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The socio-emotional experiences of older persons with visual impairments
- Authors:
- MEYER T., GREEN S.
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work Maatskaplike Werk, 43(3), August 2007, pp.234-243.
Given the intense effect visual impairment has on the quality of life of older persons, there is an increased awareness in social work of the growing need and demand for support services for older persons who are visually impaired. The study explores the socio-emotional experiences of these persons from a life stage and ecological perspective. The investigation shows that visual impairment severely influences the daily functioning of older persons. The findings indicate the need for preventative services, assessment of the influence of visual impairment on the socio-emotional functioning of older persons, and social work interventions at individual, family and community levels.
Potential technological solutions to promote mental well-being in older age
- Authors:
- COOK Glenda, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 20(3), July 2010, Online only
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Using a multi-national Appreciative Inquiry (AI) design, the strategies that older people adopt to maintain their well-being were examined. Fifty-nine people participated in the study, from the countries of Australia, Germany, South Africa and United Kingdom. Participants described their experiences of mental well-being in relation to: social isolation and loneliness; social worth; self-determination; and security. The authors the reflected on the participants experiences, literature and research to identify potential technologies that may have assisted participants to enhance their self-reported strategies to promote their mental well-being.