El impacto del aislamiento social en las actividades recreativas de adultos mayores en un Centro Geriátrico de San José de Cúcuta, Colombia, durante la pandemia de COVID-19
During old age, social isolation becomes a significant challenge due to biopsychosocial changes. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this problem, especially among institutionalized older adults. A descriptive quantitative approach was used to evaluate the leisure and free-time activities of older adu...
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| Language: | English |
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Fundación de Estudios Superiores Comfanorte
2024-01-01
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| Series: | Mundo Fesc |
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| Online Access: | https://www.fesc.edu.co/Revistas/OJS/index.php/mundofesc/article/view/1371 |
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| Summary: | During old age, social isolation becomes a significant challenge due to biopsychosocial changes. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this problem, especially among institutionalized older adults. A descriptive quantitative approach was used to evaluate the leisure and free-time activities of older adults in a nursing home in San José de Cúcuta, Colombia. Sociodemographic data were collected, and a validated instrument was applied to measure leisure activity preferences. Most older adults engaged in passive activities, such as watching television or listening to music. Significant correlations were found between age and walking frequency, as well as differences in leisure activities by age. Leisure preferences appeared independent of gender. Social isolation during the pandemic affected the emotional well-being of older adults. It is suggested that leisure activities be diversified, social interaction be promoted, and the relationship between language and aging be explored. Leisure activity preferences are independent of gender, and relationships with marital status and disability are planned. Significant differences in leisure activities were observed by age. The study has limitations, such as sample size, and future research is proposed to address these issues. |
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| ISSN: | 2216-0353 2216-0388 |