Depression and Life Style in Indian Ageing Women

Page No.73-77

Madhu Mathur
C.C.S. University, Meerut

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Demographic shift toward elder women population need to focus attention on
their physical, social and emotional well-being. The ageing women experience
a range of changes, physical as well as psychological and this period is known
as the period of serious crises. The present study examined the predictors of
depression among ageing women (n = 400). The results showed that the level of
economic status followed by education and social support are the prime factors
contributing depression in aged women. Findings also suggest that the change
in life style and spiritual health are the means to achieve holistic health.

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